Jessica Raine Quotes & Sayings
Enjoy the top 35 famous quotes, sayings and quotations by Jessica Raine.
Famous Quotes By Jessica Raine

I don't want to sound too bleeding heart, because I know how lucky I've been, but I never knew how hard it was to be the lead in a television show. — Jessica Raine

Shoes are a good starting point. I've become quite fussy about them! A patent pair of Sonia Rykiel oxfords have become invaluable. — Jessica Raine

It was a very idyllic childhood, surrounded by utterly beautiful landscapes that I got very, very bored of when I hit my teens. But being on your own a lot and being bored is good for your imagination. It makes it stretch. — Jessica Raine

I grew up just outside Hay-on-Wye, on the borders of Wales, on a farm. It was an amazing childhood, but I got a bit stir crazy when I hit my teens. There was the feeling of having to get out, you know, but it was definitely idyllic. — Jessica Raine

On stage, I find anger at the unfairness of the world easily. — Jessica Raine

I think my dream would be to move into film, purely because there's a definite beginning, middle and end to a project. I struggle a bit with such a big series that's going all the time. — Jessica Raine

The most common place I get stopped by fans is the ladies'. — Jessica Raine

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. — Jessica Raine

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

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. — Jessica Raine

You know that book 'Quiet: the Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking', by Susan Cain? That's like my manifesto. The older I get, the more I think I could be a hermit. — Jessica Raine

I would like to explore comedy, I want to do more theatre, and I definitely want a future in film. — Jessica Raine

The first time I had to hold a baby, I was really nervous, but I soon grew in confidence. — Jessica Raine

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. — Jessica Raine

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

Schedules on TV are so tight, and it feels like they get tighter and tighter with every passing year. The idea of asking where your character's come from or where they grew up - you would just get a little bit laughed at. — Jessica Raine

I have a gorgeous coat that I found at a vintage fair - it's just so elegant. Unfortunately, it has a massive hole underneath the arm, as I think I may have worn it to death! — Jessica Raine

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. — Jessica Raine

I'd love to do films, but I'd feel bad in my gut if I did anything just for the money. I want to wait for something I'm really passionate about, even if I don't work for a year. — Jessica Raine

You have that moment just before you go on - I've had it in every play - where you just kind of want to run away. There's a whole audience, and they are waiting outside, and you're like, 'Why am I doing this again? Why? Why?' — Jessica Raine

I have always appreciated vintage clothing, but after working on 'Call the Midwife' for six months, I love moving away from vintage in my day-to-day wear. — Jessica Raine

I was always told at school I was posh, then I came to London, and here I'm told I have a country accent. — Jessica Raine

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. — Jessica Raine

I am not posh. I went to a comprehensive school. — Jessica Raine

My principal at RADA once told me, 'You'll know you're a professional when you don't feel like doing it but you have to do it.' — Jessica Raine

Normally, I'm the one fawning over the man, but in 'Call The Midwife,' I'm the experienced woman. — Jessica Raine

I've been thinking recently about all the qualities you need in order to be an actor. First and foremost, you've got to have a thick skin and give out an 'I don't give a monkey's what you think' kind of vibe, while at the same time really caring what everyone thinks. You've got to be tough and sensitive at the same time. — Jessica Raine

If feathers don't ruffle, nothing flies. — Jessica Raine

I certainly love getting to know the babies if I'm going to be working with them. — Jessica Raine

I have a really adaptable face, but when I am just being me, people always think I am younger than I am. — Jessica Raine

I'm certainly not squeamish at all. The countryside makes you very aware of birth and death. — Jessica Raine

My fondest memories are of watching lambs being delivered. — Jessica Raine