Shelley Conn (born 21 September 1976) is an English actress of Sri Lankan descent who was born to Anglo-Indian parents. Read full biography of Shelley Conn →
I think 'Mistresses' is so successful because it's a mixture of intriguing storylines with lots of twists and it is rooted very strongly... →
I think I would struggle with any job if it was purely about effects. Even as a viewer, those aren't the kind of things that interest me.
I did a practical theatre degree, which I took seriously, and then told my parents I wanted to go into acting - because up until that point you could... →
My first job was playing 'Nurse 2' in a film by Ben Elton called 'Maybe Baby,' and the first actors I worked with professionally were... →
People want to be entertained when they watch dramas. 'Mistresses' has a mixture of escapism and reality.
I had periods when I was out of work, and I still do - I just don't worry about them as much any more.
I'll go wherever the work takes me. If something comes along that feels right, the family will come with me.
It's always overwhelming when you get a nice response to something, because you really invest in these projects, and you can't help but... →
When I was studying, I was part of a children's entertainment company, and I'd have to dress up as a pirate or fairy and go to corporate... →