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My children. I was away an awful lot when they were little and not very good at being a father when I was around. I could have done better.
The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 5 May 2018 source ↗
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To my mum, for being such a tricky teenager.
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My ex-wife, because I should have been a better man.
Billy Ocean
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My parents, because growing up you think you know more than they do.
My first wife, because I left her.
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