Celebrity coincidence...
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Some 25 years ago, my parents and I visited Jersey for a holiday. My Father bounded back into the room an hour later, delighted to have been asked for directions by a (erstwhile) household-name TV comedian/ quiz show host, who was evidently lost whilst enjoying a morning run along the coast.
This would have been litter more than an interesting meet-and-greet, if it wasn't for the fact that said celebrity recognised my Father, much to the amusement of both men, and quizzed my Father, saying "I recognise you from somewhere". Indeed, he had provided financial consultation to said celebrity the week before, and although he rarely dealt directly with the star talent, he was known to him. Free tickets and backstage drinks at that evening's show were promptly offered.
Date submitted:Thu, 19 Jan 2012 04:41:40 +0000Coincidence ID:5527
