Jorja Fox was born in 1968 in New York. She played Dr Maggie Doyle in TV’s ER and went on to have a recurring role in The West Wing. She is most famous for playing Sara Sidle in CSI, now in its sixth season on Channel Five.

What is your idea of perfect happiness?

An open road, or sea for that matter. I’m a nomad.

What is your greatest fear?

That I will have been too reserved.

Which living person do you most admire?

Currently Robert David Hall - he plays Dr Robbins on CSI. He’s had some very rough breaks and has never let any of them get the best of him.

What is the trait you most deplore in yourself?

I’m a yes person. I’m too concerned with trying to make too many people happy.

What is your favourite smell?

Gardenias. And rain.

What is your guiltiest pleasure?

Sleeping in.

What has been your most embarrassing moment?

I’m sure I haven’t had it yet.

What vehicles do you own?

A Toyota Hybrid. A bicycle. Two surfboards.

What is your most treasured possession?

A 1967 Rickenbacker hollow body electric guitar. They’re rare. Two friends bought it for me 20 years ago.

What makes you depressed?

The war, the environment, prejudice.

What do you most dislike about your appearance?

My beer belly. Can’t get rid of it - unless I quit drinking beer, of course, which I would never do.

What is your fancy dress costume of choice?

My birthday suit.What has been your biggest disappointment?

I wanted to be a lead singer in a band. I can’t sing. I’m almost tone deaf. I still play. Next life, rock’n’roll for sure.

How often do you have sex?

As often as possible.

What single thing would improve the quality of your life?

Equal rights for everyone in America.

What do you consider your greatest achievement?

I hope I haven’t had it yet.

What song would you like played at your funeral?

Blackbird, by The Beatles.

What is the most important lesson life has taught you?

You get what you settle for.