I was shy and really into my school work and my drama. Then I joined 'EastEnders' at 16, and it was work, work, work. You become very isolated. I rarely went out and so didn't get to meet anyone. — Michelle Ryan Copy Share Image
I love doing action; I love doing martial arts. There's almost something balletic about it. — Michelle Ryan Copy Share Image
I just believe that sometimes in life you're like a shark - you have to keep moving through water; otherwise, you'll die. — Michelle Ryan Copy Share Image
There's such a huge world out there; I haven't even begun to scratch the surface. — Michelle Ryan Copy Share Image
I like to hang out with my friends, go to the theatre, watch DVDs, read, play with my niece. — Michelle Ryan Copy Share Image
Soaps are a great springboard for any actor but if you want to be taken seriously, you have to be careful. — Michelle Ryan Copy Share Image
I adore water, so it would be a real adventure to visit the Amazon before they chop down all the trees. — Michelle Ryan Copy Share Image
If I wear make-up, then people recognise me, but the rest of the time, no one really bothers. — Michelle Ryan Copy Share Image
When I left EastEnders, I could have earned an absolute fortune from sexy calendars, shoots for lads' mags, fitness videos and reality shows. But… — Michelle Ryan Copy Share Image
I toned down my accent at school; otherwise, people would pick on me. — Michelle Ryan Copy Share Image
