I think I have a period drama face. That's the reason I've always gone back to the West End, because for me, that's where all the interesting roles have been.

I know I'll always want to come back to theatre, and I also thought if I can crack classical acting, everything else will probably seem easier.

I think I was quite difficult to cast when I was in my twenties because I never looked like Cameron Diaz. I'm not talking myself down, but I was never going to be the romantic lead in a Hollywood blockbuster. You need better cheekbones and longer legs.

Like any relationship, a marriage does take work.