"I filmed 'Albatross' before I got 'Downton.' It's a coming-of-age movie about this girl who leaps into this family's life, like a whirlwind. She's ballsy and brash and wonderful, it was such an amazing character to play."

"My style icons would be people like Brigitte Bardot and old Hollywood actresses who always look so stunning, cool and chic. I like classic and timeless looks."

"Everything you listen to when you are 17 should be embarrassing, otherwise you are way too cool."

"I am a hopeless romantic."

"His tenacity is unmatched in my opinion. Incredible how someone could have suffered that long and come back out of prison with such a good heart and positive things to say and do."

"I don't want to do business with those who don't make a profit, because they can't give the best service."

"Trust your gut feeling about things, listen to what others are saying, and look at the results of your actions. Once you know the truth, you can set about taking action to improve. Everyone will be better for it."

"I had a lot of growing up to do. A lot of times, I learned the hard way."