[Why she liked the pilot script for "Veronica Mars" (2004)] "I loved Veronica right off the bat. She was so strong and I think it is so important because there are so few shows that portray women, especially young women as being strong and being able to stand up for themselves".

I pushed myself way too hard during the first year of Veronica Mars and I got moody and run-down. Now I`ll go to bed early instead of going out with friends. It`s not always the most fun option, but I know I need at least eight hours of sleep to feel balanced.

I have always been an animal lover. I had a hard time disassociating the animals I cuddled with - dogs and cats, for example - from the animals on my plate, and I never really cared for the taste of meat. I always loved my Brussels sprouts! (on being a vegetarian)

(On the best time to be naked) "I rarely wear clothes when I`m home by myself. I love making breakfast naked. But you`ve got to make sure the gardener`s not coming that day."

I`m not a risk taker. I don`t do plunging necklines or really short skirts. I try to stay as classy as possible and provide a little mystery.