Who would you like to see playing you in the movie about your life? Danielle Brooks.

What’s the punchline to your favourite joke? If I told you, you’d know my favourite joke on my tour! I guess you’ll just have to come and see it live.

If you were to return in a future life as an animal, what would it be? I originally would have said an elephant but I want to be a black panther, because in this world you have to be a survivor.

If you were playing in an escape room name two other people (well-known or otherwise) you’d recruit to help you get out? I’d go for intelligence, fun and looks: Louis Theroux and Anthony Joshua. 

When was the last time you were mistaken for someone else and what were the circumstances? Last week, someone thought I was the other Black woman on Loose Women. They didn’t even say which one.

Whose speaking voice soothes your ears? M&S voiceover.

Tell us something you wish you had discovered sooner in life? Multiple dating. And saving money. 

Describe your perfect Saturday evening? On the sofa with the children, watching Saturday night TV, with our favourite snack and my favourite wine. 

If you were a ghost, who would you haunt? No one because if they weren’t worth my time or energy when I was alive, they’re surely not worth it when I’m not.

If you could relive any day of your life, which one would it be? Any day that I’ve had special moments with my mum and my children. 

Did you have a nickname at school that you were OK with? Yes I did and I was fine with it. But I’m not telling you what it was. 

If you were to start a tribute act to a band or singer, who would it be in tribute to? All the Black artists that have never been recognised for their great work.

When were you most recently astonished by something? When I saw Dynamo do a magic trick. 2019, I think. 

What tune do you find it impossible not to get up and dance to, whether in public or private? Usher’s ‘U Remind Me’. 

Which famous person would be your ideal holiday companion? Myself, even though I find it weird to call myself famous. I just like my own space.

As an adult, what has a child said to you that made a powerful impact? ‘You’re my favourite and I love your hair; it’s just like mine’. 

Tell us one thing about yourself that would surprise people? I can be shy. 

When did you last cry? Not sure; I don’t keep a diary as I’m not a TikTok influencer. 

What’s the most hi-tech item in your home? My phone. I swear it does everything! 

What’s a skill you’d love to learn but never got round to? Learning another language; it’s not too late I suppose, but damn it’s hard. 

By decree of your local council, you’ve been ordered to destroy one room in your house and all of its contents. Which room do you choose? The cupboard that has all the junk it in that you’ve convinced yourself you still need. No, actually that’s got pictures and wine in it . . . I’d destroy the toilet and then put a toilet in the bathroom. 

If you were selected as the next 007, where would you pick as your first luxury destination for espionage?  Jamaica or Zanzibar.