On February 6, 2009, People Magazine announced the engagement of Danes to fellow actor Hugh Dancy.People: Claire Danes and Hugh Dancy Engaged (February 6, 2009)

• "I live in an adult World, but I'm a kid. I love the work. But I no longer have a group of friends to hang out with regularly."

• "I was told that my going to college wouldn't be good for my career. I think that's nonsense. It's good to empower yourself by cutting yourself off from this business every once in a while."

• "I have a huge, active imagination, [and] I think I'm really scared of being alone; because if I'm left to my own devices, I'll just turn into a madwoman."

• "I had an unwavering focus. My parents never condescended to me. As a child, I always sat at the head of our dinner table. I was always given a lot of responsibility. It was all rather amazing when I think about it now."

• "I would like to have a family, but I'm trying not to make any plans, because when I do, everything goes wrong."