Linus Roache Quotes & Sayings

“I'd be willing to do anything. I'm not precious. I'd wash dishes.”

“I've been to India a lot, ever since when my mum was in 'Jewel In The Crown.'”

“Dad has always been - and still is - a great influence on me. He has always stood up for spirit, staying true to his beliefs... and I like to do the same with regard to my own true beliefs, regardless of potential criticism or mockery.”

“If you count my childhood appearances in a few TV shows and being the son of two well-known actor parents in the U.K., plus three years of drama school, you could say that I've been pretty much surrounded by the business of acting and performing my entire life.”

“The Vikings themselves are fascinating creatures. They're human beings, of course, but their ethos are so different from ours. The fact that they live as warriors - their willingness to die for the sake of what they believe in - is quite shocking to us, and it's fascinating to see.”

“There's so much cynicism around in Britain, especially in the press. The American press might be naive, but at least you feel as if they're on your side.”

“Both my parents are actors, in very different ways.”

“I just love variety. I love being able to do different things. Do period pieces and sci-fi. I love being able to move between genres and be flexible.”

“I love working in films.”

“I realised success as an actor alone wouldn't make me happy. I needed to explore my spiritual side in more depth.”