“For a while, I became a model scout and agent, thinking naively I coul...” — Jameela Jamil Quote

“For a while, I became a model scout and agent, thinking naively I could change the industry from the inside, and even kicked off the famous 'size zero debate' with an article I wrote to the 'Evening Standard' about my concerns from behind the curtain of the business, back in 2005.”

“Many weight issues stem from illness, be it physical or, indeed, emotional. And a large portion of people who sometimes struggle to maintain a 'healthy' weight deal daily with their own self-esteem crises.”

“I've been amazingly lucky, and believe me, I don't take anything for granted.”

“I put a lot of pressure to keep working. And when I'm not working, my agent books three auditions a day. I'd rather go to the set and work.”

“I have been saying to my agent and my wife for many, many months that I am going to be James Bond one day. I hope I'm not too 'street' for it.”

“I'm not an agent from any government, even if some of you may not believe it. I'm not. I'm a peacemaker.”