I'm an entertainer. I don't go round saying I'm a paragon of virtue, so that is clearly not in the public interest.

I want my work to be judged, not me.

It’s our imperfections that make us vulnerable, make us interesting. How can I make myself a bit of an asshole and still have humanity about it?

The Bible, undoubtedly, is a mixed bag. I don't see myself coming back to the Church. I do like the tradition. If you come from a strong culture, you can decide what you agree with and what you don't agree with. If you're given a blank canvas, it's almost harder in life.

Guide dogs for the blind. It's cruel really, isn't it? Getting a dog to lead a man round all day. Not fair on either of them.

What terrifies me is that I might somehow endorse that view so people think they don't have to read books anymore.

That was liquid football