I had my appendix removed in my 20s. I was in the middle of a play with Helen Mirren at the Royal Court Theatre, a fabulous career break. Then two weeks in I began suffering the most horrendous pain and… — Cherie Lunghi Copy Share Image
I want to play women my own age, rather than artificially 'de-age' myself so that I can play women who are younger or much younger than I am. I want to grow into those kind of more mature parts, not… — Cherie Lunghi Copy Share Image
I've always been terrified about not having money. I've been a big saver and a big earner. When I've been out of work, I've… — Cherie Lunghi Copy Share Image
The advantage of age is that you swap youth for wisdom. You're so full of insecurities when you're young. 'Who am I? What do… — Cherie Lunghi Copy Share Image
I think being raised by a single mother put me on the outside, and I would watch my mothers married friends and think, Why… — Cherie Lunghi Copy Share Image
I enjoy art, architecture, museums, churches and temples; anything that gives me insight into the history and soul of the place I'm in. I… — Cherie Lunghi Copy Share Image
I just want to say to women, 'Be yourself - it's the inner beauty that counts. You are your own best friend, the key… — Cherie Lunghi Copy Share Image
Whitley Bay was my first experience of the seaside. I'd buy my bucket and spade, and beach ball, and all the shops were teeming… — Cherie Lunghi Copy Share Image
I'm mad keen on recycling because I'm worried about the next generation and where all this waste we're producing is going. It has to… — Cherie Lunghi Copy Share Image
Be yourself - it's the inner beauty that counts. You are your own best friend, the key to your own happiness, and as soon… — Cherie Lunghi Copy Share Image
There is so much pressure to be thin, and you constantly compare yourself to others. But confidence is something that comes with age and… — Cherie Lunghi Copy Share Image
War is good for absolutely nothing, because no matter how far and wide apart we may live, we're all the same under the skin.… — Cherie Lunghi Copy Share Image
I've got an overactive, analytical brain. I get frustrated, impatient, angry with myself. I swear at myself a lot. — Cherie Lunghi Copy Share Image
The lines on your face are your medals. You've earned them, so why shouldn't they be worn with honour? — Cherie Lunghi Copy Share Image
