Greg James
British author, broadcaster, comedian, and presenter
Michael Palin. He’s managed to master several disciplines. He’s also proved that being nice doesn’t mean boring.
Which living person do you most admire, and why?
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The Guardian, to a different person each week, The Q&A
The Guardian's Q&A repeatedly uses this prompt, sometimes dropping 'living' while retaining the same comparative judgment.
You answer as yourself. Nobody on FLAPSS answers as anybody else.
Wow, so many – Robert De Niro, James Cameron, Will Smith.
The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 20 November 2010 source ↗
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kd lang
Canadian musician
My mother. I am always fascinated by her, and I get schooled every time I’m around her.
The Obamas are impressive.
Dan Aykroyd
Canadian and American actor and musician
My wife, Donna – she is an explorer, adventuress and true contributor to the lives of everyone she meets.
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