Interview: 'Attitude' Magazine
When and where were you happiest?
Probably when I was about seven, before I knew what the real world was about.
What is the secret of your success?
Luck, for a start, and a voice that may not be perfect but is distinctive. Having some brains helps too, when you've been in this business 20 years.
What is the greatest difficulty you've ever had to overcome?
Swearing off drugs in 1985. I'd been through a pretty heavy drugs phase for years and breaking that habit was the hardest. When I met my husband it came to the point where I had to choose between the chance of a wonderful life or slowly killing myself.
Do you believe in astrology?
Absolutely. I get my chart done once a year by a man in LA who does Indian astrology. I'm a Leo with Libra rising. Leos can be totally obnoxious: a bit loud and self-absorbed.
Do you have any heroes?
Debbie Harry and Chrissie Hynde were idols of mine when I was trying to get into the business, but I haven't really got time for heroes anymore.
What grooming product could you not do without?
My Sisley moisturizing night cream. Heavy duty for heavy duty lifestyles.
What is your favorite and least favorite part of the body?
My favorite I think is anything below my knees and above my feet - I have good calves. I hate my stomach, but I've accepted that it's gonna be fat no matter how many sit-ups I do.
What makes you blush?
Compliments.
What would you be doing if you weren't doing this?
When I was a kid all I ever wanted to do was travel, so I guess I'd be an air hostess or a travel agent.
Are you a bitch in the morning?
No, I'm a real morning person. My body clock wakes me up at 6:30 every day. It's when I go to sleep that I can't bear anyone to touch me or be near me. I turn into my alter ego, Sybil. I'm horrible.
If you were an animal, what animal would you be?
A pup dog. I have pugs, they're sweet. Yeah, a big fat well-fed pug!
Tell us a secret.
That I really haven't had any plastic surgery! I always get asked about that. Not that I'm opposed to it. Actually I'm pulling at things and lifting things right now.
What is your favorite aphorism?
Live life for today, not tomorrow.
Have you ever cross-dressed?
Yes, in a Go-Gos video called Turn To You. We all dressed up as a male rock band and then made out with each other. It's still played in clubs in LA.
What items do you always have in your fridge?
Skimmed milk and corn flakes. Kellogs.
What is the strangest situation you've ever had sex in?
Probably a bathroom stall with a big line waiting outside.
Which household product would you be happy to endorse?
Nature's Miracle - it cleans up cats and dogs mess. Clears the odour right away.
What political organizations do you belong to?
I've campaigned for PETA - The People For The Ethical Treatment of Animals - since 1987. I did an anti-vivisection parade once in a fur coat spotted with blood.
What's the wackiest thing you've ever done?
I had to dance with Mickey Mouse on a float at Disneyworld in Florida. I was so humiliated, I thought: 'What the **** am I doing here? It's hard to dance with a fake mouse.
Do you make the world a better place?
I try. I recycle.
