The Queen may have decided her New Years Honours (or does she?)
But it's more 'relatable' to make our own me thinks
So who should make our "National Treasures" list as an alternative to the Queen's.
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Can we make a LIST OF TEN?
I'd like to propose . . . . Joanna Lumley 
Ruth Jones?
As i had to Google her and she's not really a life long adored actress it may be a 'no'
Hello Roxan nice to see you
So far - this is exciting 
we have
1 Joanna Lumley
2 Davis Attenborough
3 BIGGINS - if thats ok
. . . and not Ruth Jones - cos i don't know much about her and that's that!!
Biggins? Ermmmmm. No. Full stop. No.
Iâll give it some thought ...
....not for me Iâm afraid Oh. I know. Emma Willis. Not for Big Brother, or any other TV show ... but for the M&S Christmas ads. I fell a little bit in love with her!!
Baz posted:Snap Rexi
ð ð
David Jason
David Attenborough
(goes off to think who is still alive that I treasure)
My mind keeps coming up with one name, which is making me smile at myself...
and the name is............ME!
Syd posted:My mind keeps coming up with one name, which is making me smile at myself...
and the name is............ME!
what you like
I think a National Treasure must be instantly recognisable by the general public.
David Jason - great idea
Why not Biggins?
Baz posted:Gordon Buchanan ....wildlife photographer
Dunno him ... so can he qualify?
Defo not Emma Willis!
How's about Jimmy Tarbuck?
Saint posted:Syd posted:My mind keeps coming up with one name, which is making me smile at myself...
and the name is............ME!
I think a National Treasure must be instantly recognisable by the general public.
David Jason - great idea
Why not Biggins?
To 'Panto' and gets on my nerves.
I agree with Gordon Buchanan and David Jason.
Can we do posthumous ones - then I could nominate the wonderful and much missed Victoria Wood.
Okay then, no to Emma Willis.
Obviously Syd gets my vote, as does .....
oh, I donât know, still thinking ...
Yogi19 posted:I agree with Gordon Buchanan and David Jason.
Can we do posthumous ones - then I could nominate the wonderful and much missed Victoria Wood.
I was pondering that but it's very easy to give posthumous awards - we could go back a long way
So hope everyone is ok with the living?
Is Gordon Buchanan well known enough, do you think?
Guaranteed up to now . . . (with flexibility)
1 Joanna Lumley
2 David Jason
3 David Attenborough
More suggestions:
Gloria Hunniford, Floella Benjamin, Virginia Wade, Trevor McDonald, Michael Palin, Ian McKellan, Ranulph Fiennes
Moonie posted:Sir Michael Edward Palin KCMG, CBE, FRGS
SNAP !!
He's in then
1 Joanna Lumley
2 David Jason
3 David Attenborough
4 Michael Palin
Miora Stewart?
Our criteria :
Someone or something of which a particular country is very proud.
Exceptional qualities, things and people.
Ok..........I have decided.......
I love you lot........add your own names to the list and be done with it....
We can all attend the 'Pinning of the medals'.....
And come back and moan about who was 'pricked' the hardest!
xxxxxxxxxxxxx
HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU ALL!
Syd posted:Ok..........I have decided.......
I love you lot........add your own names to the listand be done with it....
We can all attend the 'Pinning of the medals'.....
And come back and moan about who was 'pricked' the hardest!
xxxxxxxxxxxxx
HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU ALL!
not helping us ?
Stephen Fry !!!!
Jezza Corbyn! We don't want him as our PM (for insane reasons) so can't we have him as a national treasure for being a magic grandpa and a really nice guy?
Posthumously, Rick Mayle, George Micheal both good guys
Danny Dyer - for being a top cocknee geeza
Queen's Brian May - for speaking out for environmental issues and against injustices.
Girl called Jack [Monroe], for being a down to Earth single mother who became famous for her recipes on a shoestring, an outspoken voice against poverty
Prof Brian Cox for being able to articulate complex scientific theories so the layman can understand.
Saint posted:1 Joanna Lumley
2 David Jason
3 David Attenborough
4 Michael Palin
Joanna Lumley pushed the stupid Thames Garden Bridge, costing London taxpayers millions for nothing in return. No thanks!
Rexi posted:Oh. I know. Emma Willis. Not for Big Brother, or any other TV show ... but for the M&S Christmas ads. I fell a little bit in love with her!!
Emma Willis for being sophisticated looking, sexy and having a potty mouth!
Carny - National Treasure is someone people in general take to their hearts.
Corbyn was squashed - by the people.
Here's one . . . .
LESLIE PHILIPS
Saint posted:Carny - National Treasure is someone people in general take to their hearts.
Corbyn was squashed - by the people.
Here's one . . . .
LESLIE PHILIPS
- the people will see the error of their ways one day
How could I have forgotten St Delia of the table-propping-up Canaries!
National Treasure - Letsh be 'avin yous!
Saint posted:Yogi19 posted:I agree with Gordon Buchanan and David Jason.
Can we do posthumous ones - then I could nominate the wonderful and much missed Victoria Wood.
I was pondering that but it's very easy to give posthumous awards - we could go back a long way
So hope everyone is ok with the living?
Is Gordon Buchanan well known enough, do you think?
Iâm okay with the living.
Gordon is well known with those of us who watch wildlife programmes but perhaps not with others.
Carnelian posted:How could I have forgotten St Delia of the table-propping-up Canaries!
National Treasure - Letsh be 'avin yous!
I like Delia
Delia is a good one
Valerie Singleton
Why has no one proffered the name of David Bowie yet. His contribution to music and film along with other branches of the arts. Leaving a legacy which will endure for many centuries, well, not too many if the climate crises proves too much for the human race to endure.!
Enthusiastic Contrafibularities posted:
Why has no one proffered the name of David Bowie yet. His contribution to music and film along with other branches of the arts. Leaving a legacy which will endure for many centuries, well, not too many if the climate crises proves too much for the human race to endure.!
Has he been taken to the public's hearts and held in affection?
Respected - yes. Held in affection - hmmm?
Moonie posted:John Noakes?
Excellent !!!
More suggestions:
Gloria Hunniford, Floella Benjamin, Virginia Wade, Trevor McDonald?
Judi Dench
Saint posted:Enthusiastic Contrafibularities posted:
Why has no one proffered the name of David Bowie yet. His contribution to music and film along with other branches of the arts. Leaving a legacy which will endure for many centuries, well, not too many if the climate crises proves too much for the human race to endure.!
Has he been taken to the public's hearts and held in affection?
Respected - yes. Held in affection - hmmm?
140 Million record sales would suggest he is held in affection by a considerable number of people. 
It's quite hard to really define who and who is not held in the public's affection. A lot of the people who get held up as n.t's are being done so by the press and media, whether people genuinely like them is up for debate, we would need a referendum.
Baz posted:Saint posted:Judi Dench
She is a Yorkshire Woman
Enthusiastic Contrafibularities posted:Baz posted:Saint posted:Judi Dench
She is a Yorkshire Woman
. . . and what criteria is EC using there - hmmm
Saint posted:Enthusiastic Contrafibularities posted:
Why has no one proffered the name of David Bowie yet. His contribution to music and film along with other branches of the arts. Leaving a legacy which will endure for many centuries, well, not too many if the climate crises proves too much for the human race to endure.!
Has he been taken to the public's hearts and held in affection?
Respected - yes. Held in affection - hmmm?
Ermmmmm, yes, much affection. Bowie gets in.
as does Carnelianâs suggestion of Jack Munroe ... fabulous lady who has overcome many demons
Baz posted:How about Freddy Mercury ?
Yup ... gets my vote
Rexi posted:Baz posted:How about Freddy Mercury ?
Yup ... gets my vote
Yep
I think to clarify the criteria (I know we have to ruthless)
David Bowie OR Paul McCartney
No question - McCartney cos he's more 'liked' and seen as an institution where as Bowie is too 'alternative'. Is he 'loved' by the Nation or respected?
See my point?
Enthusiastic Contrafibularities posted:Baz posted:Saint posted:Judi Dench
She is a Yorkshire Woman
Judi gets my vote
Saint posted:Rexi posted:Baz posted:How about Freddy Mercury ?
Yup ... gets my vote
Yep
You said they had to be alive
Saint posted:I think to clarify the criteria (I know we have to ruthless)
David Bowie OR Paul McCartney
No question - McCartney cos he's more 'liked' and seen as an institution where as Bowie is too 'alternative'. Is he 'loved' by the Nation or respected?
See my point?
Neither
Vera Lynn <<< this is what i mean
She defines a generation, known by almost everyone, adored by the nation.
Generally seen as an institution in her own right
Oh yeah - no Freddie Mercury - he's ded
Saint, can you confirm whether they need to be alive, because John Noakes and Freddie Mercury are dead. If you are allowing dead people, please can Victoria Wood be included?
Yogi19 posted:Saint, can you confirm whether they need to be alive, because John Noakes and Freddie Mercury are dead. If you are allowing dead people, please can Victoria Wood be included?
Sorry my mistake
Living ... or we could get very historical
Listy time - flexi
1 Vera Lynn
2 Judi Dench
3 Michael Palin
4 Stephen Fry
5 Delia Smith
6 David Jason
We'll have to forgo Bowie if we can't allow McCartney
AND - they have to be instantly recognisable and loved (not successful and admired)
Virginia Wade anyone?
Billy Connolly
1 Vera Lynn
2 Judi Dench
3 Michael Palin
4 Stephen Fry
5 Delia Smith
6 David Jason
7 Billy Connolly
DAVINA ?
Trevor McDonald must have a look in. Yes? No?
Banksy
Vivienne Westwood
Beckham
JK Rowling
Barbara Windsor
Ian McKellan
Hugh Grant - Leslie Philips
Theyâre all a bit ... old, and boring Rents.
How about a bit of Jools ... well, it is new year!?
Rexi posted:Theyâre all a bit ... old, and boring Rents.
How about a bit of Jools ... well, it is new year!?
Love a bit of Jools at New Year, but the Rap is making my ears itch at the moment..............
Syd posted:Rexi posted:Theyâre all a bit ... old, and boring Rents.
How about a bit of Jools ... well, it is new year!?
Love a bit of Jools at New Year, but the Rap is making my ears itch at the moment..............
Yup, thankfully it didnât last long!!
HNY Syd xxx
I am jigging now Rexi..........
Happy New year to you too..........xxx
Rexi posted:Theyâre all a bit ... old, and boring Rents.
How about a bit of Jools ... well, it is new year!?
They have to earned their place in people's affection - i guess that takes time.
National means they must be a household name too.
We could start a new list (in a new thread) for "Nominated" National Treasures BUT that's soooo subjective to never reach an end
1 Vera Lynn
2 Judi Dench
3 Michael Palin
4 Stephen Fry
5 Delia Smith
6 David Jason
7 Billy Connolly
8 Barbara Windsor
Nearly at 10 . . . thought people would like Joanna Lumley and Paul McCartney
1 Vera Lynn
2 Judi Dench
3 Michael Palin
4 Stephen Fry
5 Delia Smith
6 David Jason
7 Billy Connolly
8 Barbara Windsor
9 David Attenborough
. . . and ten?
Baz posted:Saint posted:1 Vera Lynn
2 Judi Dench
3 Michael Palin
4 Stephen Fry
5 Delia Smith
6 David Jason
7 Billy Connolly
8 Barbara Windsor
9 David Attenborough
. . . and ten?
How about Agatha Christie ?
machel posted:I am still thinking! Wouldnât agree with Barbara Windsor, Pam Ayres? Jessica Ennis?
Agatha Christie is dead = no
Pam Ayres is good - hmmm - better than Michael McDonald, Paul McCartney, Jimmy Tarbuck, Gloria Hunniford, Esther Rantzen, Davina?
Saint posted:Baz posted:Saint posted:1 Vera Lynn
2 Judi Dench
3 Michael Palin
4 Stephen Fry
5 Delia Smith
6 David Jason
7 Billy Connolly
8 Barbara Windsor
9 David Attenborough
. . . and ten?
How about Agatha Christie ?
machel posted:I am still thinking! Wouldnât agree with Barbara Windsor, Pam Ayres? Jessica Ennis?
Agatha Christie is dead = no
Pam Ayres is good - hmmm - better than Michael McDonald, Paul McCartney, Jimmy Tarbuck, Gloria Hunniford, Esther Rantzen, Davina?
No one has anybody like Pam, she is different, some of the above are all of the same
Kate Adie.....cos' she's a Mackem ð
Syd posted:Rexi posted:Theyâre all a bit ... old, and boring Rents.
How about a bit of Jools ... well, it is new year!?
Love a bit of Jools at New Year, but the Rap is making my ears itch at the moment..............
The Stereophonics were as boring as ever. Stormzy wasn't as good as his press has led me to believe. Good to see The Selecter (old friends of the show) on again, for a bit of seasonal skank-along Ska.
Moonie posted:Definitely Pam Ayres
We may have to make a top TWELVE
1 Vera Lynn
2 Judi Dench
3 Michael Palin
4 Stephen Fry
5 Delia Smith
6 David Jason
7 Billy Connolly
8 Barbara Windsor
9 David Attenborough
10 Pam Ayres
11 Christopher Biggins
12 Paul McCartney
13 Trevor McDonald
14 Joanna Lumley
15
And one more required . . . it must be someone who is a household name and loved by the public on the whole - so not David Bowie or a politician.
Being respected, successful or a 'giant' in their field is not enough - nor is a currently popular fad - so no Robbie Williams or Emma Willis.
You don't have to 'like' them - only recognise they are home grown, instantly recognisable and raise a smile when mentioned.
And that they represent something quintessentially "British".
Cliff Richard
Valerie Singleton
Virginia Wade
. . . would have offered Rolf Harris but he's had a few problems of late - aherm . . .
Moonie posted:Martin Peters, Geoff Hurst, Jimmy Greaves???
Martin Peters is dead , sadly
Nice ideas though Better than Cliff?
Jonny Ball - think of a number !!!
Moonie posted:Saint posted:Jonny Ball - think of a number !!!
I liked him
And that's the response we need
Instantly remembered and loved
We may have to do a list of 20
As Cliff is virtually a national institution in himself - he'll have to go in
Saint posted:Nicely put @Baz - twenty it is then
Helen Mirren? Not sure if she's a lovie.
More like Virginia Wade as everyone seems to hold her in high regard and she represents "Britishness" - even though it's a vague concept
I like Helen Mirren.....and Olivia Coleman ....and David Suchet
Another vote for the fantastic David Suchet
Moonie posted:Yogi19 posted:Another vote for the fantastic David Suchet
Yes, make that three
Mary Berry.....I have just decided.
Syd posted:Mary Berry.....I have just decided.
I thought about her - good idea . . . . but is she viewed with universal affection?
Maybe
Michael Caine - Felicity Kendal - Mike Aspel
Baz posted:John Cleese , Julie Walters , Anthony Hopkins
very good
machel posted:Bernard Cribbens
That's who i was trying to remember
And i great suggestion
John Cleese - do we love him?
Roxan posted:Colin Firth?
Would we need to include Hugh Grant if we take Colin Firth?
Baz posted:Moonie posted:Saint posted:Roxan posted:Colin Firth?
Would we need to include Hugh Grant if we take Colin Firth?
Nope
Nope from me too
Aren't they kinda similar types of guys
Hunky-posh? Don't know if one is more "loved" than the other
Saint posted:Baz posted:Moonie posted:Saint posted:Roxan posted:Colin Firth?
Would we need to include Hugh Grant if we take Colin Firth?
Nope
Nope from me too
Aren't they kinda similar types of guys
Hunky-posh? Don't know if one is more "loved" than the other
Colin Firth, yes.
Hugh Grant....love his films but.... he is a plank, so NO.
Saint posted:Baz posted:Moonie posted:Saint posted:Roxan posted:Colin Firth?
Would we need to include Hugh Grant if we take Colin Firth?
Nope
Nope from me too
Aren't they kinda similar types of guys
Hunky-posh? Don't know if one is more "loved" than the other
Donât like Hugh Grant 
Not sure Colin is 'adored' by the public
Are you sure you're not just got the hots for The Firth?
Yogi19 posted:Saint posted:Baz posted:Moonie posted:Saint posted:Roxan posted:Colin Firth?
Would we need to include Hugh Grant if we take Colin Firth?
Nope
Nope from me too
Aren't they kinda similar types of guys
Hunky-posh? Don't know if one is more "loved" than the other
Colin Firth, yes.
Hugh Grant....love his films but.... he is a plank, so NO.
Saint posted:Not sure Colin is 'adored' by the public
Are you sure you're not just got the hots for The Firth?
I wouldn't say he is in particular. I suppose the P&P thing 20 years ago got a lot of women in hot flushes and the Radio Times in a lather but other than that, meh! He is a good actor beyond Mr Darcy, but I don't think he comes close to that national treasure thing that such people as David Attenborough have.
I still say Brian May, astronomer, very intelligent man, very thoughtful man, key guitarist in a much-loved band (personally, I'm not a fan of Queen or Brian May's guitar playing for that matter but millions are) environmental campaigner, animal rights campaigner. An outspoken voice on social issues.
Gets my vote!
Not really my thing but can't deny the talent
Now Carny - i did say a huge talent, admired for their work 'may' not meet the criteria.
Is he a household name - adored by young and old alike, viewed with warmth and a smile by the majority?
Brain May ... Respect - yes but not a household name viewed with 'warmth'
What do others think?
Saint posted:Now Carny - i did say a huge talent, admired for their work 'may' not meet the criteria.
Is he a household name - adored by young and old alike, viewed with warmth and a smile by the majority?
Brain May ... Respect - yes but not a household name viewed with 'warmth'
What do others think?
I know what you mean, but we're at the end of 'not really quite a national treasure' end of 'national treasures'!
This isn't my taste but Queen, Abba and the Beatles are probably the most popular bands with the public in general. I would say Brian May if he isn't household name, is pretty close to being one. Most people know who Brian May is.
I just respect him as an intelligent guy and as an ethical guy. I'm not even a Queen fan. I don't think Brian May probably does qualify but he's not far off IMO.
Considering Colin Firth is in the mix! Definitely Brian May before Colin Firth!
We have to consider Paul McCartney - Macca if he hasn't been mentioned already.
What about Nicholas Parsons? - legend!
Carnelian posted:We have to consider Paul McCartney - Macca if he hasn't been mentioned already.
What about Nicholas Parsons? - legend!
El Loro posted:Jenny Agutter (The Railway Children + Call the Midwife)
Paul McCartney is in there
BOTH these are excellent suggestions !!! And in the list for serious consideration
Jimmy Tarbuck?
Alan Sugar (obviously joking)
Moonie posted:Jasper Carrott?
Interesting
Is he 'loved' though?
If we hav Nicolas Parsons then we may need to include LESLIE PHILIPS
Moonie posted:Saint posted:Moonie posted:Jasper Carrott?
Interesting
Is he 'loved' though?
If we hav Nicolas Parsons then we may need to include LESLIE PHILIPS
ðĪ fair enough question
Kenneth Williams?
Kenneth Williams has been dead since the mid-80s if I recall. Nicolas Parsons and Leslie Philips are still alive.
Carnelian posted:Moonie posted:Saint posted:Moonie posted:Jasper Carrott?
Interesting
Is he 'loved' though?
If we hav Nicolas Parsons then we may need to include LESLIE PHILIPS
ðĪ fair enough question
Kenneth Williams?
Kenneth Williams has been dead since the mid-80s if I recall. Nicolas Parsons and Leslie Philips are still alive.
Baz posted:machel posted:Alan titchmarsh, one of a kind( some may say that is a good thing!)
Oh yes, I second Monty Don 
Baz posted:Moonie posted:I just google Leslie Phillips. He is 95 years old
Wow ...I thought he was dead already
Me too! I was quite surprised to see the old chap still alive, ding dong!
I thought he'd be chasing fillies in the hear-after.
Monty and Titch are good offerings
But which one?
Felicity Kendal - Penelope Keith?
1 Vera Lynn
2 Judi Dench
3 Michael Palin
4 Stephen Fry
5 Delia Smith
6 David Jason
7 Billy Connolly
8 Barbara Windsor
9 David Attenborough
10 Pam Ayres
11 Christopher Biggins
12 Paul McCartney
13 Trevor McDonald
14 Joanna Lumley
15 Cliff Richards
16 Virginia Wade
17 Jonny Ball
18 Julie Walters
19 David Suchet
20 Bernard Cribbens
21 Nicolas Parsons
22 Leslie Philips
23 Monty Don
24
Let's make it 25 ... we need 2 women!!
Helen Mirren - is she loved?
Ooh JK Rowling?
Saint posted:1 Vera Lynn
2 Judi Dench
3 Michael Palin
4 Stephen Fry
5 Delia Smith
6 David Jason
7 Billy Connolly
8 Barbara Windsor
9 David Attenborough
10 Pam Ayres
11 Christopher Biggins
12 Paul McCartney
13 Trevor McDonald
14 Joanna Lumley
15 Cliff Richards
16 Virginia Wade
17 Jonny Ball
18 Julie Walters
19 David Suchet
20 Bernard Cribbens
21 Nicolas Parsons
22 Leslie Philips
23 Monty Don
24
Let's make it 25 ... we need 2 women!!
I can understand most ( though not my choice) but Monty instead of titchmarsh? I would say Monty is too ârecentâ. and no Penelope Keith ðąðą
Is Titchmarsh loved?
What do people think of Penelope Keith?
Should the Queen go in there?
The best diplomat we've ever had?
The Queen is #1 
Well #3 in real life.
Warwick Davies.
He's sharp. Up there with Lee Mack.
Saint posted:Is Titchmarsh loved?
What do people think of Penelope Keith?
Should the Queen go in there?
Yes to Monty, The Queen and Penelope.
Not overly keen on Titchmarsh
Saint posted:Ooh JK Rowling?
No! she can absolutely get stuffed!
Sprout posted:Saint posted:Ooh JK Rowling?
No! she can absolutely get stuffed!
She hates the SNP and takes some vitriol for it.
Not read one of her books but I applaud her for for staying put in Barnton.
JK is alright 
1 Vera Lynn
2 Judi Dench
3 Michael Palin
4 Stephen Fry
5 Delia Smith
6 David Jason
7 Billy Connolly
8 Barbara Windsor
9 David Attenborough
10 Pam Ayres
11 Christopher Biggins
12 Paul McCartney
13 Trevor McDonald
14 Joanna Lumley
15 Cliff Richards
16 Virginia Wade
17 Jonny Ball
18 Julie Walters
19 David Suchet
20 Bernard Cribbens
21 Nicolas Parsons
22 Leslie Philips
23 Monty Don/Alan Titchmarsh
24 The Queen
. . . and one more please - female
Saint posted:1 Vera Lynn
2 Judi Dench
3 Michael Palin
4 Stephen Fry
5 Delia Smith
6 David Jason
7 Billy Connolly
8 Barbara Windsor
9 David Attenborough
10 Pam Ayres
11 Christopher Biggins
12 Paul McCartney
13 Trevor McDonald
14 Joanna Lumley
15 Cliff Richards
16 Virginia Wade
17 Jonny Ball
18 Julie Walters
19 David Suchet
20 Bernard Cribbens
21 Nicolas Parsons
22 Leslie Philips
23 Monty Don/Alan Titchmarsh
24 The Queen
. . . and one more please - female
Ummmmmm I donât much like her ...but how about Mary Berry .....or Jenifer Saunders ...or Dawn French ?
I don't like Mary Berry either Baz. She's a five star snob
Compare her to Keith Floyd,
Keith at least laughed at himself. One thing she's incapable of.
Wait a minute. Keith Floyd was a national treasure. Got me into cooking.
Afternoon Baz
I can't say I've ever taken to her. It's not just us and them - just too aloof
Delia on the piss would run rings round her. Delia is grounded, ask Cornelian - our resident Norwich fan
I like Carnelian. I've argued with him often but at least he believes in something.
Some of his music ain't bad either.
If only Fanny Craddock was still around 
She was something serious!!
Reading her Wiki - incredible.
Dawn French may just round off the 25
JOAN COLLINS??
Yogi19 posted:Saint posted:Is Titchmarsh loved?
What do people think of Penelope Keith?
Should the Queen go in there?
Yes to Monty, The Queen and Penelope.
Not overly keen on Titchmarsh
There are quite a few on the list I am not keen on but they could be considered ânational treasuresâ, I donât rate Monty as a treasure whilst titchmarsh has longevity on his side a quality needed for national treasure status
Keith also got me into watches. They say that was a datejust, always looked like an Air King to me.
Saint posted:JOAN COLLINS??
No chance. Never rated her.
She was greater than the sum of her parts. In her head.
Get Brenda in.
Saint posted:Helen Mirren - is she loved?
I've never taken to Helen Mirren Sainty
She got her breakthrough in one of my favourite films. I think. O Lucky Man.
I find her cold.
Put it this way.....she's no Gena Rowlands.
velvet donkey posted:Put it this way.....she's no Gena Rowlands.
UK only i'm afraid
Criteria can't be if we 'like/dislike' someone - I don't agree with some on the list meself
We need one more woman - thought Joan may have been popular.
Any other suggestions to complete our 25?
machel posted:Shirley Bassey ?
Joan Hickson?
Joan Hickson is a wonderful suggestion and would have gone in but sadly she passed away some time ago. June Whitfield would also have been included but is no longer with us.
Shirley Bassey is a great suggestion - better than Joan Collins??
Saint posted:machel posted:Shirley Bassey ?
Joan Hickson?
Joan Hickson is a wonderful suggestion and would have gone in but sadly she passed away some time ago. June Whitfield would also have been included but is no longer with us.
Shirley Bassey is a great suggestion - better than Joan Collins??
I loved both Joan hickson and June Whitfield ....but not sure either Bassey or Collins should be in there . How about Maggie Smith ?
Aaah @Baz i was waiting for that name
Dunno where but i've got the impression she can be quite prickly, not sure if it's true though.
Is she endearing - you're right J. Collins and S. Bassey may not qualify in the endearing.
BUT hasn't Shirley Bassey hob-knobbed with Royalty and sang for them?
She may qualify
It's a toughie
Saint posted:Aaah @Baz i was waiting for that name
Dunno where but i've got the impression she can be quite prickly, not sure if it's true though.
Is she endearing - you're right J. Collins and S. Bassey may not qualify in the endearing.
BUT hasn't Shirley Bassey hob-knobbed with Royalty and sang for them?
She may qualify
It's a toughie
Iâm sure she can ....but sheâs definitely a national treasure