This much I know: Liz Fitzgibbon

My mum says I told her I wanted to be an actor when I was four.

My parents never once questioned my decision although there was no history of acting in my family. Having said that, they are in the hospitality business themselves — they run Aherne’s sea food and accommodation in Youghal — so there is actually an element of show biz and entertainment in what they do. And, of course, Youghal itself has a great tradition of music and drama.

My first role was quite a challenge. It was a production about suicide prevention for Team, the educational theatre company, and was a massive learning curve. I was 21, performing to groups of 17- and 18-year-olds — but not only that, I had to stay in character for workshops after each performance.