Angus Deayton: What most recently moved you to tears?

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Angus Deayton

English actor, comedian, presenter and writer

Recorded said elsewhere, not written here

England 1 Iceland 2.

The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 6 August 2016 source ↗

Others on this question

I play Classic FM in the car – emotional music brings me to tears thinking about people I’ve loved and lost.

Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 28 June 2025 source ↗

Engelbert Humperdinck British singer

I have to say I am an easy sob. I don’t mind, because there’s no harm in having a big man cry.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 9 February 2019 source ↗

Last week – A303 eastbound carriageway closures.

Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 14 December 2024 source ↗

Michael Ball English singer, presenter and actor

Watching Long Lost Family on telly.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 20 May 2023 source ↗

Sir Alex Ferguson is the most impressive person I’ve met in terms of charisma and achievement.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 6 August 2016 source ↗

With the correct pronunciation of my name.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 6 August 2016 source ↗

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