What is the best piece of advice you ever got?
I believe you have to be true to yourself.

What is your greatest fear?
At this moment in time, death would be my greatest fear. I feel I need to do more of everything.

What is your most treasured possession?
I'd probably choose my photographs. I've gathered so many photos of friends and family over the years. I love looking back at photographs and reflecting on great memories. Even when I visit other people's homes, I'm drawn to the photographs they have.

If hell is other people, what is heaven?
I don't think hell is other people. I love being in good company and having a chat whether it's on the Ros na Rún set, with all the cast and crew, in Íomhá, the shop I run with my sister Bríd Síle in Spiddal, or at home with my husband Eric and my daughters. That said, I also think heaven is sitting by the sea, watching the tide and listening to the waves.

Which living person or persons do you admire the most?
As a mother of two, I would have to say I admire all parents, my own especially. It's a tough job.

Can money buy you love?
No, I don't think so. But having money certainly makes things easier.

What would you rate as your greatest achievement to date?
I have two little girls, so I would say the birth of both my daughters was an achievement. Especially since I didn't have any pain relief.

When was the last time you cried?
I'm quite an emotional person, so I cry both when I'm happy and when I'm sad. My eldest daughter had her first day at school a few months ago and that brought on a few tears. I can cry on cue, which comes in handy when I'm filming emotional scenes for Ros na Rún. But this season my character Caitríona has more humorous storylines, so no tears on set so far.

Who or what has had the greatest influence on you?
Different people have influenced me at various times in my life, from teachers I had when I was in school, to colleagues I've worked with on Ros na Rún over the years. My friends and family have a huge influence on me.

What do you most like about your physical appearance?
I'm happy with my lot, but I still moan about my stomach now and then. I like being tall, so if I had to pick out one thing I like about the way I look, I would choose my legs.

What is your most precious memory?
The moment I found out I was pregnant with both my eldest daughter and my youngest were very special times.

Who is the greatest love of your life?
My husband Eric, who is my rock without a doubt.

Where in the world would you like to be right now?
Looking out the window right now at the terrible Irish weather, I would love to be in Spain or anywhere hot with the sun shining.

Could you live without music?
No I couldn't. I love music. I like everything, from traditional Irish music to pop. I have music playing all the time and I love hearing live music in pubs.

What is your greatest regret?
Nothing too drastic yet but I have silly regrets about trivial things on a regular basis.

What is the craziest thing that you ever did?
I feel really sensible now, but in my younger days I was up for anything - some of my friends could probably write out a list!

Does reality TV matter?
I hope not. I keep saying I dislike it but I always end up watching certain reality TV programmes like The X Factor. Whether or not it matters is another question entirely.

Is death the end?
I like to believe there's an after-life for us.

What is the philosophy that you live by?
I try to love and live every day to the full. Unfortunately, with all the running around between Ros na Rún, Íomhá and everything else on the 'to do' list, it sometimes feel like there are not enough hours in the day.