Tony Blair is a brilliant politician. Unfortunately, his legacy is entwined with George W. Bush because of Iraq.

I don't fall into the category of tortured artist. But it's not made me more or less anything.

What's problematic about playing stadiums and driving around in private jets and drinking champagne at 8 o'clock in the morning? What's wrong with that? I haven't got a problem with that. I can't fathom why people would.

Kids and family life are only as good as your wife, and she's amazing.

I don't think we live in those times when great art comes out of great adversity.

We were able to provide housing to all who need it. We've had incredibly generous offers from alumni for housing.

I've never felt like I had anything important to say.