Kevin Rowland
British singer
My brother Pete passing on in 2005.
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Which living person do you most admire, and why?
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That I don't have thin ankles.
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Susan Greenfield
British scientist
Although I have a driving licence, I don't drive – I am very bad at it.
Rose Tremain
English writer
The film of Restoration. A beautiful cast. An award-winning designer. A massive budget. A dog’s dinner.
Bradley Wiggins
British former professional road and track racing cyclist
Never going back to the Tour de France and trying to win again.
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