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Who deserves an apology from you, and for what?

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Victoria Pendleton

British cyclist

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Lots of people, mainly for being so absent from their lives while I was concentrating on sport. I’d also like to say sorry to my dad’s mum, because, aged four, I told her she was the worst cook in the world.

The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 22 July 2017 source ↗

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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.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 25 June 2022 source ↗
My kids. I think if you don’t want to say sorry to your kids you’ve been an appalling parent.
Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 1 February 2025 source ↗
Kiefer Sutherland British and Canadian actor
There have been moments when I’d want to say sorry to both my parents for some of the stuff I’ve done.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 23 September 2017 source ↗

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