My mom and dad put my brother and sister through university and they were very keen for us to have an academic background just to give us a chance.

Most actors will tell you that villains are the most interesting to play.

If I had a comfort blanket, I wouldn't have been as passionate and driven.

I’m quite flirtatious with anyone. Some people, because I’m playing a gay character, get quite nervous. And I have to reassure them. I’m like, ‘I’m not gay. I’m not coming on to you. Yet.’

I think because of my background - I went through university and did an academic career and fell into acting - I've never had a game plan for my career because I got into it quite ad hoc.

If youre going to kiss a man, let it be a beautiful man like Ed Speleers.

My girlfriend is a great support, and I've got a big circle of mates who keep my feet on the ground.