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To my children, because their mum and dad’s relationship failed, and I know that has caused them great sadness.
The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 5 October 2019 source ↗
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Who most deserves an apology from you, and why?Originally asked
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Julian Clary
English actor, comedian, novelist and presenter
I’ve made some terrible remarks about people over the years in the interests of light entertainment, and I regret them all.
Ian Rankin
Scottish crime writer
There wasn’t a lot of bullying at my school, but there was a fair amount of ragging – and I knew which side I wanted to be on. I’d say sorry to anyone who felt picked on.
Samira Ahmed
British journalist and writer
My maternal grandmother, who lived with us for many years. I was a moody teenager and sometimes impatient and rude. Yet she was the person I feel I’m most like. I really miss her.
Felicity Jones
British actress
No one, I’m pretty good at saying sorry.
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As a loving father.
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