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As a child, what career or life did you imagine for yourself?

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The Guardian, to a different person each week, The Q&A

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Fearne Cotton
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An air steward, because I loved airports. I wrote a letter to British Airways when I was seven and I’ve got the reply in the loft, which says, “You’re a bit young at seven but do stay in touch.” I was that kind of kid who was eager to start the ball rolling.

The Q&A, The Guardian, 7 March 2026 source ↗

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Dawn O'Porter British writer, director, and television presenter
A drunk woman who threw epic dinner parties.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 15 August 2026 source ↗
Jack Whitehall English comedian, actor, presenter and writer
I was hellbent on being a Thunderbird. I was devastated when my parents finally told me it was a fictional organisation. Ruined my 18th.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 29 April 2023 source ↗

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