Vicky McClure
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Christmas Day in Nottingham. I am happiest when I am with all of my family, and last year Jonny and I got engaged.
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Asked in 52 of the 131 consecutive instalments of The Guardian's The Q&A harvested on 2026-08-29.
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I’m happy: I have a wonderful career and great friends.
The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 17 September 2016 source ↗
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Bruce Willis
American actor
I'd say you've never seen me happier than at this particular moment.
When Brad and I got married. We had to struggle for it. It involved a nationwide speaking tour, lobbying Congress and campaigning intensely. We were the first couple to get our marriage licence in West Hollywood.
Niamh Cusack
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When my son was born. Actually, probably a month after, when I got over the enormous responsibility of being a mum.
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Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien. And my headstone should read: “Game, set and match.”
Watching tennis.
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The Queen. Long may she reign.
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