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Presenter: Amy, my next question is to you. What is it about each other that you love? Amy: Our family backgrounds are very similar — he’s one of four children and I’m one of five — and we have similar aspirations for family life. He is the kindest man I know and a friend I can rely on. He is the best in every way. He’s open-minded and I’m trying very hard to be as open-minded as he is. Presenter: Do you enjoy working together? Amy: I was always close to my mum and when I was at school I used to be so sad about leaving her for the day. I used to fantasise about her being a teacher or the headmistress at school so I could be with her. I sort of compare working with Bob to that. It’s the greatest comfort to work with him. Presenter: You are from a theatrical family, Amy. Were you always going to act? Amy: My parents were entertaining at Butlins and my sister Kate is an actress, my brother Ted is a comedian, so entertainment is in the family. We’ve all gone into the entertainment business somehow. My parents have always been understanding and supportive of their children. They encouraged us to explore our own interests but in spite of all this I think I would have been treated as a failure by them if I hadn’t acted! Presenter: I know you have recently become a mother. What is the best thing about parenthood? Amy: I’ve always played the role of a mum in my films and actually being one is everything I have always wanted. It’s a most fantastic thing. I wake up early every day only to make sure that this little miniature person is there. It’s a joy. Whatever life throws at you. having a child, your little best friend beside you, means you can get through anything. Presenter: And what does the future hold? Amy: More of the same, we hope. More of the Royal and more children! You have 15 seconds to complete the task. (Pause 15 seconds.) Now you will hear the text again. (Repeat.) 206
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