"I used to be such a daredevil but now I'm much more cautious."
About Jennifer Ellison
Jennifer Ellison — Life and Legacy
Jennifer Ellison is a notable British actress and singer who gained fame for her roles in television and musical theater. Her journey through personal challenges, including her experiences with body image and mental health, has shaped her artistic expression. Ellison's quotes often reflect her belief in the transformative power of love and the necessity of resilience in the face of adversity. For instance, she articulates that love can be both a source of strength and vulnerability, capturing the complexities of human emotions. By sharing her struggles, she challenges societal norms around beauty and success, advocating for authenticity and self-acceptance. Today, her insights resonate with many, as they encourage individuals to embrace their true selves and find strength in their vulnerabilities.
Quote collection
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"Going home and spending time with your family and your real friends keeps you grounded."
"I don't do faddy diets any more. I once did a no-carbs diet a few years ago but it made me depressed. I couldn't be doing with that!"
"I'm an addict for underwear."
"I love performing on stage the most. It's getting that instant reaction from a live audience. There are no boundaries, you can take your character as far as you want to, you can be the craziest person ever."
"I think because I did a lot of modelling and appeared in lads mags a lot of women didn't necessarily warm to me. But now I have been through childbirth, post-natal depression and struggled with my weight, women seem to relate to me a lot more."
"I want to tell people that I had post-natal depression because there is so much stigma around the subject and there shouldn't be."
"I eat a lot of chicken with salad or salmon with salad."
"I recently went mad and spent 1,000 in one afternoon on bras and knickers. I love classy, lacy stuff that makes you feel dead sexy knowing you've got it on. I've never worn stockings and suspenders, though. But I could imagine they'd make you feel really sexy worn under something formal. I think I'll save that experience and wear them under my wedding dress."
"Everyone thinks that just because you have a Scouse accent, then you must be 'on the rob'."
"If the press see you looking normal they can suddenly be 'oh, she's got a spot on her face, she's having a bad day'. That can be quite cruel."
"I came out of the womb born to sing and dance. I have to follow my heart."
"If it's supposed to be a really passionate snog, you slip the tongue in."
"I don't find it a struggle to maintain a healthy diet now as my palate has changed. I don't crave rich food."
"Ballet is such a disciplined craft and it has given me a good grounding."
"I was born and brought up in Liverpool with my clever little sister Jemma, who is 14 and wants to be a vet. My mum Jane is an administrator and my dad Peter is a taxi driver."
"The prima ballerinas who taught me were far more scary than Gordon Ramsay. They'd scream at me and pull my legs and arms, so after them Gordon was a piece of cake."
"I'm very close to my family. Not like these big stars - not mentioning any names - who lose the plot and don't know who they are."
"I know people will think it's funny because I've done glamour modelling in the past, but I felt embarrassed about my body and just wanted to cover it up."
"When I found out I was pregnant, I was over the moon about it, but I was upset I wasn't married!"