Jason Byrne
Irish comedian
When I worked in an electrical warehouse in Dublin. I got £60 a week wiring plugs.
When were you happiest?
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When my kids were born.
The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 15 August 2009 source ↗
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Oti Mabuse
South African dancer
When I realised that I was meant to be a dancer, aged 19.
Paul Hollywood
English baker and chef
In Cyprus between 1994 and 1999. I was baking out there, the weather was fantastic, it was a great place to be and I met my wife Alex.
Gary Barlow
British singer
We’re in such a good place now as a family. It’s the same for my career. I say no to so many things; I never used to be able to.
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