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.’

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

I just want to say thank you to everyone who watched and tuned in and loved my evil gayness.

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

It's hard being gay in Edwardian times.

There's definitely a wave of Brits doing great work on American television, and I wouldn't mind being one of them!

It's not just modern-day society that is liberal.