What's your nickname? My cousin used to call me Podgerella. I think it came from Georgie Porgy. 

Who was your first teenage crush and why? John Travolta as Danny in Grease. I used to kiss my poster of him every night. 

When was the first time you got drunk and what did you drink? Probably new year's eve when I was about 11 years old. My gran was babysitting me and my cousins (six of us). We had a party, all drinking Advocaat and lemonade. 

Can you actually get drunk on Snowballs? If not, then we were all acting very silly! 

What was the first music single you bought? Baggy Trousers by Madness. 

What did you want to be when you were a kid? A junior school teacher. 

What's your favourite book and why? Pride and Prejudice. I love the character of Elizabeth and am in love with Mr Darcy. 

What's your favourite movie and why? For years it was Grease but it now depends on what mood I'm in. Sleepless in Seattle for the ahh factor, maybe. Starship Troopers always draws me in as well. I also love Harry Potter and Star Wars. 

What was your worst holiday and why? Holland - the Dutch version of Center Parcs. It was not in a tourist area, the place was tacky and no one spoke English. It was bad weather and I was six months pregnant ... say no more. 

What was the most embarrassing moment in your life? There are probably tons but I have a wonderful brain that simply blocks these things out so as a result I don't remember any. 

Do you have any phobias? A fear of hurting myself. Yes, I know everyone has that but mine is an actual phobia (Algophobia is a fear of pain). 

If you could pick a celebrity to join your staff who would it be and why? Richard Branson but only if he can bring his budget. 

Do you have a fantasy? Yes, but I'm not telling you what it is. 

Who would you most like to sit next to on a plane? Jesus. 

What luxury would you have on your desert island? Definitely hand cream. I can't function without it. But if it was sunny I would definitely need sun cream as well. 

What would you request as your final meal? Duck in plum sauce followed by bread and butter pudding.

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