I was so tired, wasn't having fun any more, and wasn't sure if I wanted to do this any longer. So I turned my phone off and sorted my head out. It was the opposite of a breakdown really, it was a break-up - I got rid of all the idiots, realised my job was supposed to be fun, and got on with my life.

You don't hate the mosquito; you just want it out of your face.

I do see a big difference in the American work ethic compared to the British work ethic in a lot of artists.

Talking to celebrities is too much effort. They all think the same.

Linda McCartney sausages were my favorite. Theyre much better than eating real sausages and you dont have to contemplate half way through exactly whats inside them. ... You can have them, a bit of fried bread, tinned tomatoes. Delicious.

I've always been petrified of working for a boss who I didn't like but who I was in fear of, because I wanted my salary.

If we had to choose one American Idol to go out to dinner with, it would be Fantasia. There are no airs and graces about her. ... I like her.