Sir Michael Parkinson: A gentle Yorkshire accent and razor-sharp wit - the host that A-listers wanted to share their secrets with
A Barnsley-born lad, who through interviewing the world's biggest stars, became a household name himself.
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A Barnsley-born lad, who through interviewing the world's biggest stars, became a household name himself.
The late Sir Michael Parkinson once reflected on the stern warning he received from his wife Mary over his drinking, which 'caused unhappiness' within the family.
‘Parky’ was Britain’s most successful chat show host who interviewed the world’s most famous faces including actors, musicians, sportspeople, royalty and politicians.
His career saw him at the helm of more than 600 shows and 2,000 interviews - and while most celebrities adored talking to Parky, there were a few notable exceptions.
In this encounter from the archives, the late talk show legend opened up about drinking, parental mistakes and why TV has become a joke