I was bullied. I was a bit of a geek. Good-looking guys were off-limits. I didn't start dating until I was 18.

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• Michelle Ryan:

  I was shy and really into my school work and my drama. Then I joined 'EastEnders' at 16, and it was

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  If I wear make-up, then people recognise me, but the rest of the time, no one really bothers.

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  Money doesn't drive me.

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