102 Quotes by Sarah Lancashire

When you pretend for a living and you have to pretend in your private life as well, it's very sad. Because it's intangible, depression is an issue that people don't like to talk about. It's like a huge, guilty secret.

I think all writers have a style, a particular voice and rhythm that you have to find.

It's not something I'm embarrassed about. Depression is an issue that tends to be brushed under the carpet. My hope is that if people with a public profile are prepared to talk about it, then it might prompt other people to talk about it too.

Age affects us all in the workplace. We all get a little less appealing as we get older, unfortunately.

Sometimes it's necessary for soaps to hang on to an audience by sensationalizing, but it's a beast I don't understand any more, an art form that has fostered extraordinary talent. It's a great arena to learn your craft before you move on.

Two of the best roles I've ever had have happened in my late 40s.

I suppose trying not to fancy Richard Gere - that's been quite hard!

I own a copy of the original 'Talking Heads' by Alan Bennett, which I purchased many years ago shortly after they were first broadcast. It's been lovingly well-thumbed over the years. They are magnificent. A masterpiece.

I am possibly the biggest 'Downton' fan you can ever meet.