Who was the last person on Desert Island Discs?

Who was the last person on Desert Island Discs?

After Plomley’s death in 1985, the programme was presented first by Michael Parkinson, then from 1988 to 2006 by Sue Lawley and from 2006 to 2018 by Kirsty Young. Young was replaced by 6 Music presenter Lauren Laverne, who interviewed Olympic diver Tom Daley for her first show, broadcast on 30 September 2018.

Did Helen Mccrory do Desert Island Discs?

Helen isn’t normally one to talk much about her life and career but made an exception for Desert Island Discs.

Who did the best Desert Island Discs?

Nine of the most moving Desert Island Discs

• Maya Angelou (1987) – Finding a voice.
• John Lloyd (2012) – Finding a way forward.
• Jacqueline du Pré (1977) – Coping with illness.
• Daniel Barenboim (2006) – Coping with another’s illness.
• Yoko Ono (2007) – The power of love.
• Alfred Wainwright (1988) – The final walk.

What songs did Sophia Loren choose on Desert Island Discs?

Music Played

• Ella Fitzgerald. I’ve Got You Under My Skin.
• Claude Debussy. Debussy: Suite bergamasque, L.75 – 3.
• Maurice Jarre. Lara Says Goodbye to Yuri.
• Frank Sinatra. Fly Me To The Moon (In Other Words)
• Mina. Oggi Sono Io.
• Modest Mussorgsky. The Marketplace at Limoges.
• Laura Pausini. Io Sì (Seen)
• Lucio Dalla. Caruso.

Who refused the Bible on Desert Island Discs?

David Walliams

David Walliams has become one of the few interviewees to refuse the Bible on Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs. All guests on the show are given the holy book, plus the Complete Works Of Shakespeare, when they are cast away on their fictional island.

What is the most chosen song on Desert Island Discs?

Handel’s Messiah
Top Tracks and Artists
The most chosen piece of music was Handel’s Messiah, selected by 119 castaways.

When did Helen McCrory do Desert Island Discs?

June 28, 2020
On BBC Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs podcast that aired June 28, 2020, Helen McCrory shared eight music tracks, one book and a luxury item she would want to take with her if cast away to a desert island.

What songs did George Michael choose on Desert Island Discs?

George Michael’s Desert Island Discs

• Love Is A Losing GameAmy Winehouse.
• Do The StrandRoxy Music.
• CrazyGnarls Barkley.
• Smells Like Teen SpiritNirvana.
• Being BoringPet Shop Boys.
• Paper BagGoldfrapp.
• Gold DiggerKanye West, Jamie Foxx.
• Going to a TownRufus Wainwright.

Has paul McCartney been on Desert Island Discs?

In 1982 Paul McCartney sat down to talk with Roy Plomley, host of popular BBC radio segment Desert Island Discs. Much to his interviewer’s surprise, the former Beatle revealed himself to be somewhat hopeless when it came to maintaining his own record collection.

Why was Sophia Loren exiled from Italy?

Loren and Ponti, who have been French citizens since their marriage, left Italy in the early 1970s, largely because, they said, an escalation of kidnapings made them fear for their two children’s safety.

What do Sophia Lorens sons do?

Edoardo PontiCarlo Ponti
Sophia Loren/Sons

What is the most requested song on Desert Island Discs?

The most common favourite discs are Bach’s St Matthew Passion and Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro (each chosen by 32 castaways), followed by Messiah, Bach’s Mass in B minor, and Schubert’s String Quintet.

Who picked all their own songs on Desert Island Discs?

American record producer Nile Rodgers selected his own songs during an episode of BBC Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs. The 66-year-old is a member of the music group, Chic, which has sold more than 500 million albums and 75 million singles worldwide.

What is the most popular desert island disc choice of all time?

The most common favourite discs are Bach’s St Matthew Passion and Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro (each chosen by 32 castaways), followed by Messiah, Bach’s Mass in B minor, and Schubert’s String Quintet. The first non-classical favourite is Louis Armstrong’s Wonderful World (18th place, 12 castaways).

What is paul McCartney’s Favourite song?

His favourite song is, surprisingly, You Know My Name (Look Up the Number) – the B-side for Let it Be. The reason Sir Paul cites this as his favourite track is reportedly down to the fun experience he had recording it.

Is there a real Cassandra Crossing?

The Garabit Viaduct railway arch bridge in southern France that was designed by Gustave Eiffel, was used to represent the fictional “Cassandra Crossing” bridge in Poland which collapses.

What age is Gina Lollobrigida?

95 years (July 4, 1927)Gina Lollobrigida / Age

What nationality is Sasha Alexander?

AmericanSasha Alexander / Nationality
Early life. Alexander, who is of Serbian descent, was born Suzana Drobnjakovic in Los Angeles, California. She began acting in school productions in the seventh grade.

What do Sophia Lorens grandchildren call her?

Lucia Sofia Pontivia Edoardo PontiLeonardo Fortunato Pontivia Edoardo PontiBeatrice Lara Pontivia Carlo PontiVittorio Leone Pontivia Carlo Ponti
Sophia Loren/Grandchildren

What is John Lennon’s favorite song?

John Lennon’s favourite songs: ‘In the Midnight Hour’ – Wilson Pickett.

Did John Lennon ever compliment Paul McCartney?

The track was, of course, ‘Here, There and Everywhere’. Sharyn Alfonsi asked Macca whether the Beatles legends had ever complimented each others’ songwriting face to face, McCartney said, “Once. Once John gave me a compliment. It was only once the whole time.

What disease was in the Cassandra Crossing?

Simpson about a disease-infected Swedish terrorist who infects a train’s passengers as they head to a derelict arch bridge.
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What is the ending of Cassandra Crossing?

SPOILER: The 1980s American video version deletes all the carnage during the final sequence, when half of the train goes onto the bridge, which collapses under it.

What nationality is Gina Lollobrigida?

ItalianGina Lollobrigida / Nationality
Gina Lollobrigida, byname of Luigina Lollobrigida, (born July 4, 1927, Subiaco, Italy), Italian actress and professional photographer whose earthy sexuality helped promote her to international film stardom in the 1950s and ’60s.

Is Gina Lollobrigida still married?

As of 2022, Lollobrigida is among the last living, high-profile international actors from the Golden Age of Hollywood cinema.