Greta Scacchi: What has been your biggest disappointment?

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Recorded Greta Scacchi said elsewhere, not written here

Not getting to play more Shakespeare.

The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 10 May 2008 source ↗

Others on this question

Roger Taylor English musician, songwriter, and record producer

Not getting solo records playlisted on the BBC.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 9 October 2021 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 ↗

Robert Peston British journalist

I am rarely disappointed. I try to make the best of things.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 23 June 2018 source ↗

Terence Conran British restaurateur and designer

Merging my company with BHS – it was a great mistake.

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

Now. When I see my two children enjoying each other's company.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 10 May 2008 source ↗

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