Last word with Pauline Quirke

Actress Pauline Quirke, 50, now runs the Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts with her husband Steve. She lives in Buckinghamshire with Steve and their children, Emily and Charlie

Pauline QuirkeWhat makes the perfect day?
It would start with breakfast in bed, made by my lovely husband, Steve. I'd watch a cooking programme, then I'd spend the day with my family. We'd watch a film and then in the evening I'd cook dinner.

What book changed your life?
The Sculptress by Minette Walters. It was adapted for television in 1996 and I played the lead. Up until then, I was mostly known for my comedy work, so playing the lead in a thriller changed my professional life.

What's the naughtiest thing you did when you were little?
When I was eight, I stole a plastic ruler from the local newsagent. 
I was so terrified that I'd get caught and taken to the police station that 
I vowed never to do anything like that again. I can't even take the mini shampoos and soaps from hotels!

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