Daphne Guinness
British socialite
As a force for good and a champion of the underdog.
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How close have you come to death?
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What song would you like played at your funeral?
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What has been your biggest disappointment?
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What do you consider your greatest achievement?
Craft & work
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Who most deserves an apology from you, and why?
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When were you happiest?
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Originally asked
Vogue, to one guest at a time, on camera, 73 Questions
A recurring legacy prompt in Vogue's 73 Questions, appearing with only minor wording changes.
You answer as yourself. Nobody on FLAPSS answers as anybody else.
As a citizen, a person involved in my community.
The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 8 April 2017 source ↗
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Simon Mayo
English radio presenter and author
The friend behind the microphone.
Shakin' Stevens
Welsh rock and roll singer and songwriter
It would be nice just to be remembered.
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I Happen To Like New York: I tell people all the time, so they will be sure not to forget.
When I was about 15, I auditioned to play Alice In Wonderland on Broadway, and they cast someone else. I never got over it.
My children, and my sanity. For a child actor, I think it’s noteworthy.
Everybody, now and before, who was fleeing for their lives and wasn’t allowed into our country.
Now. I feel wiser and calmer than I’ve ever been.
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