Through a series of mistakes in write-ups, I’d like to be remembered for something like being Britain’s finest downhill skier or inventing pickled onions.
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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 having been loving and fun.
The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 27 March 2021 source ↗
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Justin Timberlake
Musician, Actor
I think the only way to achieve something that’s classic is to be in the moment. You don’t sit around and think, “Oh, I hope this is remembered forever!” You just have to be honest and I think that requires being in the moment. I don’t think you can worry about what is going to happen with something after that. I think the only thing that you can do is be honest and let the chips fall where they may.
Toyah Willcox
English singer-songwriter, actress and television presenter
For winning that elusive Oscar.
Michael Stipe
American singer
As kind, unafraid and boldly vulnerable – and immensely talented, like, mega supernova level. And super hot. And tall. With great skin.
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View profile →A trip to a Macedonian refugee camp that I switched out of, to go at a later date. Those who took my place were killed in a horrific car accident.
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A blurred, warm state of total acceptance and joy.
To Sophie, for not being a better parent.
I wouldn’t have hurt as many people, and I would have thought more before speaking.
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