50 Quotes by Russell Tovey

I auditioned for the role of Jamie Mitchell in 'EastEnders,' and it was between me and Jack Ryder, and he got it.

I get letters and messages on Twitter saying I've become a bit of a role model, which is wonderful.

I grew up in Essex, and all my life I wanted to live in London - now I do. I feel very privileged to be able to live here.

I love musicals - that's probably one of my most gay traits: that's one of my giveaways!

I love my personal life and having a social life. And I didn't ever want to have to compromise.

I loved 'Star Wars'. I had the toys.

I sort of challenge people's perceptions of what a gay man is, which is kinda good.

I still feel I'm going to wake up any moment, and my skin's going to break out all over.

I think if I met Frank Auerbach or Jeff Koons, I'd be more wobbly than if I met Robert De Niro!