Pat Shortt: 'There are very few jobs in the world where people openly criticise you the way we actors get it'

The article features an interview with an actor and comedian who opens up about his insecurities and the joys of solitude. He shares fond childhood memories of growing up in a large family and highlights his love for solitary activities such as motorbiking and fishing. He expresses a desire to invest in the arts if he were in a position of power and emphasizes the importance of generosity in others. His greatest insecurity revolves around the fear of being exposed as a fraud in acting, a sentiment many actors share.

I'm the nicest person in Ireland, and sometimes people don't understand that.

I drive motorbikes a lot and fish, which are quite solitary hobbies.

I hate stinginess in people. And it's not just about money, it could be their time either. It's the worst thing you can be.

That they found out I've been fooling them the whole time and that I can't act or do anything.

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