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What most recently moved you to tears?

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Andy Serkis English actor
23 June last year. The fact that certain people have chosen for us to come out of Europe is one of the saddest, divisive and unthought-through events in my lifetime.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 1 July 2017 source ↗
Zack Polanski
Deputy leader Mothin Ali gave a speech at conference talking about growing up in poverty and the effect it had on his family. It was incredibly powerful and I had tears streaming from my eyes.
Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 6 December 2025 source ↗
Serena Williams United States professional tennis player, 1995–2022
I cry a lot, so the last time was no big moment.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 30 January 2021 source ↗

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