Tony Ross: What most recently moved you to tears?

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Tony Ross

British writer of children's books

Recorded said elsewhere, not written here

When I discovered my cat was blind.

The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 6 April 2013 source ↗

Others on this question

Nadiya Hussain British television chef, baker and author

Last week, when I dropped a mug on my foot.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 10 September 2016 source ↗

Suzi Quatro American-British rock musician

Watching Gone With The Wind for the 100th time.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 19 November 2016 source ↗

Fran Healy Scottish musician

When my son got into art school.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 6 July 2024 source ↗

Joely Richardson British actress

Two and a half weeks ago, when a loved one was going away. Separations never get any easier.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 18 July 2015 source ↗

On The Good Ship Lollipop, by Shirley Temple.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 6 April 2013 source ↗

Being continually overlooked in awards ceremonies and honours lists.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 6 April 2013 source ↗

Sue Townsend, for creating Adrian Mole, her insight into people and for overcoming the problems she's had.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 6 April 2013 source ↗

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