"Would you like me to source you a paper towel?"

Less then two minutes into an interview with Renée Rapp – pop star, film star, Broadway actress, media sensation – and I have spilled an entire bottle of water onto the table.

Luckily, as a father of two, I carry a permanent supply of tissues (and plasters and sun cream and antiseptic) everywhere I go. Within seconds, the mess is mopped up.

"You literally have tissues with you? I'm so impressed," Rapp squeals... Then admits her parents are basically the same.

"My dad brings hair bands everywhere because I'm always without a hair tie," says the 25-year-old.