Rosanna Greenstreet

Stockard Channing discusses her career, including her iconic role as Rizzo in Grease, her Tony- and Oscar-nominated work, and her television success in The West Wing. She reflects candidly on stage fright, aging, insomnia, appearance and personal regrets, while identifying climate change, political apathy and the loss of a moral compass as major concerns. Channing says she cried when Joe Biden was elected because she believed the United States was “out of the woods,” but later concluded she was wrong. She is making her directorial debut with Krapp’s Last Tape at the Edinburgh festival in support of the Wembley to Soweto Foundation and has appeared in Practical Magic 2.

Fiona Allen discusses her fears, family, appearance, habits, career and personal relationships in a candid questionnaire. The actor and comedian recalls co-writing and starring in Smack the Pony, her upcoming Edinburgh Fringe show White Lies, and a frightening taxi journey with serial sex offender John Worboys, which she describes as a lucky escape. She also reflects humorously on her parents, dog, possessions, ambitions and desire to be remembered for her unexpected skill at the harpsichord.

Author Andrew O’Hagan discusses his fears, embarrassing first communion, appearance, celebrity admiration, literary career and adaptation of Mayflies for the Edinburgh Fringe. He expresses criticism of Reform UK, the internet and global capitalism, recalls being questioned by the CIA over alleged WikiLeaks secrets, and offers humorous reflections on love, family, television and how he would like to be remembered.

Natalie Imbruglia discusses her career, including joining Neighbours at 17, the global success of “Torn” and the forthcoming album Algorithm. She speaks candidly about forgetting lyrics on stage, ADHD-related lateness, dyslexia, her admiration for Alanis Morissette, and the challenge of balancing work with raising her son as a single parent. The singer also reflects humorously on her fears, guilty pleasures, emotional life and desire to be remembered for finally becoming punctual.

Ben Okri reflects on his life, values and creative philosophy, discussing happiness, fears, possessions and the lessons that shape his worldview. He speaks about love as a cosmic force, the importance of wisdom, and his belief in life as an eternal process of changing realms. The interview highlights his literary achievements, personal experiences and hopes for his child, offering a portrait of a writer committed to evolution, truth and spiritual insight.

Esther Freud reflects on grief, creativity, family relationships and the defining experiences of her life, including the death of her parents within days of each other and the inspiration she draws from them. She discusses her career, personal traits, fears, ambitions and artistic influences while sharing memories, disappointments and the values that guide her outlook.

Paula Wilcox reflects on her life and career, discussing early fame from Coronation Street, her long acting trajectory, personal fears and habits, and the pleasures and challenges of aging. She shares humorous and candid answers on topics including work, happiness, ambitions such as wanting a helicopter, and her desire not to choose between sex, money or fame. The interview highlights her continued enthusiasm for acting and her preference to be remembered as fun.

Frank Bowling reflects on his life and career, discussing his artistic ambitions, personal habits, fears, memories and achievements. He recounts early influences, significant milestones such as his Guggenheim fellowship and Tate retrospective, and his continuing drive to expand his work. He shares lighthearted anecdotes, personal losses, hopes for the afterlife and his wish to be remembered kindly, while his exhibition Seeking the Sublime runs at the Fitzwilliam Museum.

Toby Stephens reflects on his career, family and personal struggles, including overcoming alcoholism after losing his father to cirrhosis. He discusses his mother’s influence, his insecurities, and his life as an actor, while sharing lighthearted anecdotes about ageing, parenting and professional experiences.

Philippa Dunne reflects on her life, career and personal quirks, discussing her fears, childhood memories, insecurities and professional experiences, including the challenges of acting and the resilience required. She speaks warmly of her work on Motherland and Amandaland, her Bafta nomination, and her long-standing affection for cats and Keanu Reeves, while acknowledging personal shortcomings and the pressures of the industry.

Hugh Skinner reflects on fears, insecurities and humorous past experiences, including walking onto a set naked by mistake and youthful fantasies of joining a boyband. He discusses crushes, habits and personal disappointments, expresses affection for past roles and theatre work, and shares light‑hearted thoughts on love, mortality and identity.

Tom Burke discusses personal quirks, fears and experiences, including embarrassing moments, creative frustrations and views on aging. He reflects on his acting career, celebrity crush, habits, and how he hopes to be remembered, while promoting his new Netflix series, Legends.

Alex Hassell reflects on personal memories, fears, career moments and influences, discussing his acting work, admiration for Marlon Brando and Ethan Hawke, and the importance of integrity and self‑reflection in his life.

Tuppence Middleton reflects on her personal quirks, fears, and career experiences, discussing life with OCD, embarrassing moments, and the comforts and frustrations that shape her daily life. She recounts anecdotes from her acting career and personal life, touching on relationships, work history, and small pleasures, while offering a lighthearted self-portrait framed through a series of candid questions.

Juliet Stevenson reflects on her career, personal challenges with body image, family relationships and aging, sharing lighthearted and serious moments including her wish for a Harry Potter role, her shift in views on marriage, and her continued grief over her father’s early death. She discusses online abuse related to her stance on Gaza, her enjoyment of Instagram dog videos, and her hopes for her children’s future independence.

Meghann Fahy reflects on personal fears, career experiences, and significant life moments, including an embarrassing onstage incident, a difficult audition, and recovering from a blood clot in her early twenties. She describes her happiest realization of self‑resilience, values authenticity, and expresses a wish for anonymity and a simpler life close to nature. She highlights her relationship with partner Leo Woodall and shares thoughts on love, anxiety, and the temporary nature of life’s low points.

Graham Norton reflects on his life and career, discussing personal habits, past comedic missteps, and significant moments including his wedding, a mugging in his 20s, and his long-running success in broadcasting. He expresses amusement and self-critique about aging, fame, and past jokes he regrets, while keeping some personal details private, including his dog’s name. He highlights gratitude for the longevity of his career and remains indifferent about how he will be remembered.

Richard Schiff reflects on his life and career, discussing fears, values, roles, personal relationships and influences, praising Martin Sheen, expressing admiration for colleagues, and sharing humorous or introspective thoughts on aging, love, work and self-perception.

Jo Nesbø reflects on formative memories, fears, creative life, and personal habits, discussing football, music, rock climbing, and his writing career. He recalls dangerous moments, time spent working at sea, and a brief arrest as a teenager, while also commenting on love, aging, family values, and the impact of his parents. The interview highlights his forthcoming Netflix series and longstanding literary success.

Johannes Radebe reflects on his life and career, discussing personal challenges, family relationships, professional milestones and moments of embarrassment, pride and growth. He speaks about earning UK citizenship, overcoming impostor syndrome, the importance of his mother, and his path from South Africa to the West End, offering candid insights into love, regret and the lessons that shape him.

Carol Vorderman reflects on her career, personal life and attitudes in a lighthearted interview, discussing her happiest years, key relationships, desire to fly solo around the world, and disdain for rightwing figures. She recounts past jobs, ambitions, and family experiences, mentions dealing with stalkers during lockdowns, and expresses affection for singing, snogging and fame while revealing a playful secret about having a tattoo.

Sarah Perry reflects on personal habits, fears, ambitions, and the influences that shaped her life and writing. She discusses her attachment to her husband and her work, the disappointment of losing her Cambridge place, her admiration for Hilary Mantel, and her inability to abandon spiritual belief. The conversation highlights both humorous and candid insights into ageing, self-perception, and her judgments about public figures.

Fearne Cotton reflects on traits she dislikes, moments of embarrassment, sources of unhappiness and personal challenges. She discusses coping with public scrutiny, her career path, her achievements and the lessons she has learned, highlighting resilience and the value of confronting shame.

Richard Eyre reflects on his life and career, discussing personal joys and fears, his wife’s illness, and formative experiences from university to his time leading the National Theatre. He recalls difficult moments, professional achievements, and the disappointment of seeing social justice progress fall short of his expectations. Through a series of rapid‑fire questions, he offers insights into his personality, relationships, and outlook on ageing, memory, and endurance.