"What's so brave about being bald? I've not fought for my country or found the cure for cancer - I've..." — Gail Porter

Mum's a worrier, she looked after everybody apart from herself - I think it runs in the family.

My mother and I were very close and even when I left home and came to London I would ring her every day. She was very proud of me and loved my celebrity. She would often come to shoots and TV shows with me.

My mum brought me up to think that personal happiness is more important than your family.

The greatest thing you can give a child is confidence.