You've only got a short shelf-life as an actor, and I want to make the most of it while I can.

I despise shows that present friendship where you're always there for each other and really strong because I don't know anyone like that. I mean, I've got great friends, but I can go months without seeing them because I think, 'I just can't deal with having to give you anything.

No matter how many frustrations come along, or how many problems arise, I never lose the feeling of how lucky I am. I'm so pleased to be doing a job that makes me laugh every day. I'm aware that it's a huge privilege.

There are lots of actors, and you need a way to stand out. Writing comedy sketches was a way of doing that.

I never used to see anything on TV where the man was in the weaker position. It was always the female showing emotion, breaking down, being emotionally torn apart by men.

I always, always want to make people laugh. In every situation. Even when it's inappropriate.

I never felt like I had to rebel against my convent upbringing, because it was comparatively regular.