I've been spoilt with 'Emmerdale' over the years. I've had a taste of high drama, action, explosive scenes, emotional scenes and the odd bit of comedy with Bernice.
I like the idea of doing a part which, as a straight guy, is really different to me. I'd just see doing a gay kiss, and a gay role, as something different. Plus I have plenty of gay mates, so I could probably practice with them.
It is a weird job where you can kiss someone at work then go back to your loved ones and it's all ok.
The vast majority of my fan mail comes from older women and gay men.
I train and keep in shape. It's quite vain.
I have plans to send my little daughter and son into dancing because I'd love for them to enjoy it too.
I am a bit of a domestic goddess to be honest. I am a clean freak so I love doing the hoovering and the cleaning.
As for cooking, I like making lasagne and spaghetti Bolognese, I have perfected my porridge, and I like making Sunday roasts.
Those who know me, after a few beers, I love music and I love to dance, but that doesn't mean I'll be any good!
Most of my saucy comments are from gay guys. Some of them are pretty explicit in the things they say, especially on Twitter.
I'm not easily offended so whether it be a compliment or a derogatory comment, it really doesn't bother me.
If someone stops me in the street, they might not want to say something to my face - maybe something about 'Emmerdale' or something personal towards me, good or bad. But on Twitter they are hiding behind their keyboard.
I've had women telling me I'm bloody gorgeous but I haven't had any kinky pictures. Everything's been quite tame - from the women!
As an actor I can bring the story, the narrative in each performance. If I can't do that, then… might as well give up as an actor, hadn't I?
My experience of dancing is exclusively at weddings or parties with alcohol involved and in the dark.
