Ashley Walters: What disappointment has stayed with you longest?

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Ashley Walters

British actor and rapper

Recorded said elsewhere, not written here

Not being part of the Transformers franchise.

The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 27 January 2012 source ↗

Others on this question

Richard Wilson Scottish actor and theatre director

Not directing a major film.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 27 February 2016 source ↗

In the back of my mind I just assumed I’d be in a boyband at some point.

Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 30 May 2026 source ↗

Adam Lambert American singer

I’ve learned to accept everything. Part of enjoying life is releasing those disappointments.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 25 February 2023 source ↗

Jane Horrocks British actress

No being able to sing as well as Judy Garland.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 31 October 2009 source ↗

My primary school years.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 27 January 2012 source ↗

My mum – I've watched her struggle financially, emotionally, mentally even, and she's come through it.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 27 January 2012 source ↗

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