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As a good friend, somebody people could rely on, somebody who liked a bit of a laugh, and as a good mother.
The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 14 August 2021 source ↗
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How would you want people to remember you?Originally asked
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A recurring legacy prompt in Vogue's 73 Questions, appearing with only minor wording changes.
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With great stories.
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Having a few songs that outlive you is a nice way to be remembered.
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Preferably not as the guy who played Gollum.
Felicity Jones
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Kind, funny, alive.
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