Gloria Steinem (1934 – 2026) “Thank you for understanding that sometimes we must put our bodies where our beliefs are. Sometimes pressing send is not enough. And this also unifies us with the many in this world who do not have computers or electricity or literacy, but do have the same hopes and the same […]

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Dolly Parton (1946 – 2026) “The joke’s on the public. I know exactly what I’m doing and I can change it at any time … I’m sure of myself. I’m sure of my talent.” ~ Dolly Parton, in riposte to Barbara Walters I can’t remember a more celebrated singer-songwriter than Dolly Parton on her passing.  […]

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Bill Oddie (1941 – 2026) “He was utterly committed to his work; and in my view, was one of a handful of true geniuses to have graced our television screens.” ~ Stephen Moss (producer of Springwatch) Comedian and wildlife advocate Bill has died at the age of 85.  He wore many hats, even beside the […]

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Kevin Keegan (1951 – 2026) “There was a time in my old neighbourhood when all the women in our street sported a Farrah Fawcett hairstyle (Moon rising in Cancer, the essence of femininity) and all their men had the Kevin Keegan haircut (we had the same hairdresser)…Aah! Those were the days…” ~ My blog, 28th […]

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Ann Widdecombe (1947 -2026) “If someone  wants to turn round and say, Widdecombe, you’re overweight and you’ve got crooked teeth, I say: you’re right, so what?” ~ Ann Widdecombe I have been urged this week to produce two blogs: one for Ann Widdecombe and one for Bonnie Tyler, both of whom died this week in […]

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Bonnie Tyler (1951 – 2026) I have been urged this week to produce two blogs: one for Bonnie Tyler and one for Ann Widdecombe, both of whom died this week in unusual circumstances.  So I am bowing to the pressure, but will write shortened blogs… I loved Bonnie’s songs, and her voice, and the passion […]

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David Hockney (1937 – 2026) “Art is not just a luxury or a self-contained activity.  It has a profound influence on other aspects of our lives…” ~ David Hockney David Hockney is our national treasure artist.  His work is something everyone can enjoy.  He passed away last Thursday, but will be forever in our hearts. […]

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Anthony Head (1954 – 2026) “Head was a brilliant actor who played the worst person in the world which was an incredible skill because he was the best person” ~ Brett Goldstein Actor Anthony Head, has died at the age of 72, from complications due to pneumonia.  He played a range of characters, from the […]

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Desmond Morris (1928 – 2026) “It was only one thing that drove me on – insatiable curiosity.  Quite simply, I wanted to know everything there was to know about every mammal in the world.” ~ Desmond Morris Desmond Morris may not mean much to younger generations, but he was a household word when I was […]

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Jenni Murray (1950 – 2026) “Throughout her three groundbreaking decades on Woman’s Hour, she created a safe space for her audience thanks to her warmth, intelligence and courage.” ~ Tim Davie Radio broadcasting has lost a warm voice in one of its best-loved presenters, Jenni Murray, who has died at the age of 75. Birth […]

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