For persevering, and being a good role model.
The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 2 March 2019 source ↗
The question
How would you want people to remember you?Originally asked
Vogue, to one guest at a time, on camera, 73 Questions
A recurring legacy prompt in Vogue's 73 Questions, appearing with only minor wording changes.
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Craig David
British singer
As someone who brought people together through music.
As someone who cared boldly about people, stood firmly for what he believed in and lifted others when they needed help.
Gemma Chan
British Chinese actress
Just to be remembered at all would be enough.
As somebody who loved people, was always curious, a loyal friend, a mother, wife, always positive and authentic.
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