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When my son got into art school.
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Sheryl Crow
American singer-songwriter
I got very emotional yesterday with a dear friend who was telling me about his relationship falling apart.
Samira Ahmed
British journalist and writer
Meeting Richard Ratcliffe outside the Foreign Office during his hunger strike to try to get action to free Nazanin. I’m moved by the loyalty and strength of that couple and their family.
David Harewood
British actor and presenter
After my documentary aired. I suddenly had a bit of panic, because it’s very personal. I couldn’t watch it on the night, I was so scared. The next day people were walking up to me on the street and telling me their life story. It was extraordinary.
Julie Andrews
English actress, singer and author
Working on my memoir because some memories were painful to revisit.
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If I’m ever out of line, I’m very quick to apologise and try to make amends.
I’m incredibly patient with a lot of stuff, but incredibly impatient with other things. I deplore the impatient side.
Having a few songs that outlive you is a nice way to be remembered.
I have a hard time with people who are manipulative.
“Everyone hates you.” (My manager, a long time ago.)
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