I've been thinking recently about all the qualities you need in order to be an actor. First and foremost, you've got to… — Jessica Raine Copy Share Image
I grew up just outside Hay-on-Wye, on the borders of Wales, on a farm. It was an amazing childhood, but I got… — Jessica Raine Copy Share Image
It was a very idyllic childhood, surrounded by utterly beautiful landscapes that I got very, very bored of when I hit my… — Jessica Raine Copy Share Image
I find that women want to tell me about their birthing experiences. In the most excruciating detail. It's not put me off having children,… — Jessica Raine Copy Share Image
After filming, I can't wait to shake off all that '50s primness. I'll go out to a gig and dance ridiculously. I love to… — Jessica Raine Copy Share Image
It's amazing what it opens up in women when you tell them you've just played a midwife. — Jessica Raine Copy Share Image
I have always appreciated vintage clothing, but after working on 'Call the Midwife' for six months, I love moving away from vintage in my… — Jessica Raine Copy Share Image
I certainly love getting to know the babies if I'm going to be working with them. — Jessica Raine Copy Share Image
The first time I had to hold a baby, I was really nervous, but I soon grew in confidence. — Jessica Raine Copy Share Image
My first acting experience was a non-speaking role as a robot. My costume was a cardboard box covered in tinfoil, but I was so… — Jessica Raine Copy Share Image
I'd love to do films, but I'd feel bad in my gut if I did anything just for the money. I want to wait… — Jessica Raine Copy Share Image
For any role, I pretty much always go to the script, first and foremost. — Jessica Raine Copy Share Image
Schedules on TV are so tight, and it feels like they get tighter and tighter with every passing year. The idea of asking where… — Jessica Raine Copy Share Image
