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Being famous hasn't changed my perception of myself - I've just grown up.

All great reality shows have a very, very similar format. That's why it was so easy to parody.

If I'm interviewing someone I need to know everything about them - I do these massive spider diagrams. Everything under different categories, and certain questions in other categories.

I hate birthdays. I hate birthday parties. I hate them. I don't know what it is, anybody's only got to come wafting near me with a piece of cake with a candle on and I break out in hives.

You are so much better off on your own than with the wrong person.

I'm in an on-off relationship at the moment.

I love people who are very honest and very open and don't pretend to be anything they're not.

I used to say I wanted somebody funny and intelligent, but kindness is the most important quality in a man.

I enjoyed school, I was a bit of a square. I did very well in exams. I was quite lucky I was academic.

A girl's got to do what she's got to do to make somebody pay her a compliment. If that means moaning 'til the cows come home, then so be it.

I hate last-minute shopping, it's always unsuccessful.

As long as you smile, have sparkly eyes and stick your shoulders back, nobody's going to notice your bum or your waist or your feet, for that matter.

Everybody has a bad hair day, but us girls still like to be told we look nice even if we don't feel like we do.

The only time I ever look good dancing is if I'm next to my dad at a wedding.

My name is Catherine Elizabeth Deeley and I am a huge Mulberry fan . . . Almost an addict! Bags, shoes, knitwear, bikinis, whatever Emma Hill designs, I normally want in copious amounts! This is an easy, breezy, Grace Kelly in High Society piece. A timeless dress, just perfect!

I always try and mix High Street finds into my looks. It really doesn't matter how much something costs, it's the way you wear it! Fashion is about self expression, having fun, and occasionally being a little disposable. I really enjoy lots of stores that are found at local shopping malls. French Connection, Zara, and Topshop always interpret the fashions direct from the catwalk at affordable prices. This playsuit from Hoss Intropia is delicate, super sexy, and has a lingerie feel. I'd throw on a super soft, chunky cardigan and a pair of flat gladiator sandals.

I adore vintage clothes. When I go on the road doing auditions for So You Think You Can Dance, I always research the cities we're traveling to so I know where all the best vintage stores are. There are several stores and flea markets I love here in LA. Shareen is amazing with the best edit in town! Golyester is great. I really enjoy the Rose Bowl market. A word of warning: wear layers, comfortable shoes, be prepared to hunt, and fuel yourself with a bucket of cappuccino! Enjoy!

I think that if you keep your eyes and your ears open and you are receptive to learning, there are skills you can get from any job at all.