MOTHERING SUNDAY

AS CARLA SUNDAY, MICHELLE GREENIDGE JOINS THE PRESTIGIOUS LIST OF ICONIC DOCTOR WHO MUMS 

- ROBBIE DUNLOP

Were you a Doctor Who fan?

I didn’t watch many episodes when I was growing up and there’s a good reason for that: they frightened the life out of me! I was a bit of a wuss. As I got older and less fearful, my interest grew. I’m a fan. I’d say everyone on the show is, really. It’s an amazing production to work on. It’s iconic.

You played Rosa in Russell T Davies’s It’s A Sin…

I was in awe of the young talent in the room when I had my first read-through – kudos to Andy Pryor, the casting director; he’s a genius. It was there that I met Russell. It was a big deal – you’re meeting one of the biggest men in television, the room is filled with lots of important people, and then there’s me.

I was hugely nervous, but Russell put me at ease straight away. That’s just the way he is – he’s always very warm and welcoming. He wants you to be happy and comfortable and part of the family. If you’re happy, you’ll produce your best work.

Long may he continue running Doctor Who because his talent is off the scale. Aside from that, his enthusiasm and the love that he has is incredible. To be part of any project of his is a true blessing.

How did Doctor Who come your way?