'Lone Gunmen' was my first job, and I got a little cocky, thinking I'm brilliant and don't have to work that hard because it comes so naturally.

The only time a friend has ever helped me in the industry was how I got my first job - that was through Mike Figgis.

Only twice have I really had a hard time leaving a character. The first was my character in 'Rome' and then in 'Homeland.'

When I got the role in 'Homeland,' it really opened something up. Other people respected me more as an actor, doors were opened, and I understood for the first time that it wasn't personal. All that rejection wasn't personal.

I definitely like to play characters that don't fit any kind of mold; that are slightly offbeat, because it's more fun to play.

After two years of hard work, it's a thrill to sign that first lease at King Mill. We said from the start that we needed to have this building under construction in order to capitalize on the fast-moving opportunities available in today's market. We couldn't be happier that it was a terrific firm like Snapper that ultimately landed here.