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I wanted to play for Arsenal. When I have a kick-around with my boy, I still feel as if someone’s going to spot me.
The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 14 July 2018 source ↗
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A pop star: I loved music from a very young age.
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Joanne Froggatt
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An actor – that’s all I’ve ever wanted to do. I went to stage school when I was 13.
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I wanted to race cars.
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