Jessica Raine Quotes & Sayings

“I have a lot of Breton striped top and silk shirts that always feel good. I also like things with a masculine edge and dislike anything too girly.”

“I did an A Level in Theatre Studies and had a really inspirational teacher, and then I just went on to university.”

“After filming, I can't wait to shake off all that '50s primness. I'll go out to a gig and dance ridiculously. I love to lose myself in music. Just letting go - it's dead important.”

“My first acting experience was a non-speaking role as a robot. My costume was a cardboard box covered in tinfoil, but I was so shy I refused to go on stage.”

“Normally, I'm the one fawning over the man, but in 'Call The Midwife,' I'm the experienced woman.”

“I always knew that the only thing I wanted to do was act, but it took me a long time to say it out loud to anyone, let alone myself. I am surprised by how dogged I have been in wanting to make a living as a respected actress.”

“I find that women want to tell me about their birthing experiences. In the most excruciating detail. It's not put me off having children, but I do feel like I know too much.”

“I have a really adaptable face, but when I am just being me, people always think I am younger than I am.”

“I'm certainly not squeamish at all. The countryside makes you very aware of birth and death.”

“It's amazing what it opens up in women when you tell them you've just played a midwife.”