Francesca Annis

I've never been too afraid of what other people have said, especially when I was younger, but I suppose that was the arrogance of youth. ”

In Europe, we admire grown-up women; I think men revere older women. ”

I was seen dancing at school by a director, who asked me to be in a TV play. And it had a huge impact. So I think that's what really started me off. ”

I'm one of the great unemployed looking for the next job. I'm waiting for the right offer. Like anyone, I want something that turns me on inside. ”

In the theatre, once you've gone about eight rows back, everybody else is just listening to you. You're very small, and nobody can really see what you're doing. ”

I have made a public statement about me and Ralph by being seen with him. I don't need to make any other. You can live the way you want. ”

I'm not bothered or sad about being on my own - after all, I've never had a husband. ”

I never pursued being 'famous.' ”

You have to be careful not to let your fear stop you doing things. It's very exciting to test yourself. ”

I'm an actress, not a pinup. ”