It's great to do small plays in the theatre and then go off with Blur and play in front of thousands of people.

It's great to do small plays in the theatre and then go off with Blur and play in front of thousands of people.

I found that golf saved me from going to the pub every day so instead I play golf with other unemployed actors. I'm a member of the Stage Golfing Society and I play golf with all sorts of people.

It's never gone so far as me wishing I'd never done 'Quadrophenia,' but there was a time when I wouldn't talk about it because I wanted people to be interested in me for other things as well.

Acting is a tough industry. There are a lot of kids out there at drama schools and not a lot of money about, especially as the arts are being cut.

Acting is my passion and Chelsea FC is my hobby.

I think that's what keeps you grounded - having your own life that's not directed by your job.