“They say an actor is only as good as his parts. Well, my parts have done me pretty well, darling.”

I am not like my image; I take my work so seriously. Everyone thinks I just bounce in, but I study and everything has to be just right.

I have had the most wonderful time on ‘EastEnders’ and I will miss you all. The show has changed my life and I want you all to continue the good work, because I’ll be at home watching you.

I check all my props, everything. Acting is something I love. I have done it since I was 13 but it had completely taken over my life absolutely.

I was so exhausted and not sleeping at night. I’m not quite ready for it.

I miss ‘EastEnders.’ I loved it. But I was exhausted when I left. They asked me to go back recently – they’ve asked a few times. I am tempted! But my husband Scott says you have to really think about it. Because, towards the end.

Just let the wardrobe do the acting.

I be goofy, kinda funny. Acting stupid but they love me.

Without wonder and insight, acting is just a trade. With it, it becomes creation.

There was more good acting at Hollywood parties than ever appeared on the screen.

Acting is everybody’s favorite second job.

Therapy. Acting classes. Yoga. Strong friendships. All these helped me see and heal parts of me I was trying to hide.

Acting was always a part and faucet of my life. It just comes very natural. I think it’s a good thing.

One good thing about acting in film is that it’s good therapy.