Roger Allam
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Just remembered, really.
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A recurring legacy prompt in Vogue's 73 Questions, appearing with only minor wording changes.
You answer as yourself. Nobody on FLAPSS answers as anybody else.
It’s probably a bit of an ask, but I’d like my latest book to stay in print. For ever.
The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 5 June 2021 source ↗
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Jason Derulo
American singer and songwriter
As one of the greatest entertainers.
I’ve not always been great friend material. I’ve tried to get better at that, so to be remembered as reliable by a few would be great.
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He gave people laughter.
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Everyone. In advance. Just in case.
I’m closer today than I was yesterday.
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