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I try not to have disappointments, because a lot of the bad things that happen in life teach you things.
The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 27 January 2018 source ↗
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What disappointment has stayed with you longest?Originally asked
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John Bishop
English comedian and actor
When I didn't get selected for the county football team when I was 15.
Andi Oliver
British cook, television and radio broadcaster, singer
The fact that I didn’t get more success in the music industry.
At 16, I thought I’d be part of transforming the world into a socialist egalitarian arena of peace and justice. I’m not sure we’ve quite managed it.
Imelda Staunton
English actress and singer
Not working at the Royal Court until now.
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Someone happy and cheeky who tried to change perceptions.
When I was five and the doctors walked in and said to my mum: “I am not sure if you will be taking him home.”
I welled up a little when I was voted off Strictly.
A fast Golf car. I got rid of it after about six months because it kept depreciating in value.
Wanting to share everything.
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