Michael Caine's million pound snub

31-10-2006 12:30

Sir Michael Caine admits he is no longer seduced by £10 million offers for film roles - because he is too lazy to get out of bed.The 73-year-old British actor has revealed he often turns down big money contracts if the part isn't right for him because he would rather stay at home with his family.He said: "I don't want to get up at 6 in the morning and go out do something I don't want to do with people I don't want to be with. I don't need to pay the rent. "When you get older you need to make the most of every single day. I only work when I have one of my 'Godfather' moments, and Hollywood makes me an offer I can't refuse. It has nothing to do with money anymore."The screen legend - currently starring alongside Hugh Jackman in 'The Prestige' - also confessed he is so idle that his wife is pleased when he works on a film because it gives her a break from him.He added: "I'm one of the laziest people. I'm a big family man, and I love being at home. I'm a big gardener. I'm also writing a book, and I'm an amateur DJ. I have the fullest days just doing nothing. My wife actually says she's glad when I'm making a movie because she gets a rest from me."