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Ricky by Ricky Tomlinson (Omnibus)

Ricky Tomlinson describes growing up near Anfield, music, pubs and prison - a world away from acting and stardom.

'The Royle Family' and Brookside actor Ricky Tomlinson reads from his autobiography.

Liverpudlian Ricky grew up in wartime near Anfield with mum, dad and three brothers.

He had asthma but was allowed to play football, enjoyed street games, playing tricks and chatting up girls...

Omnibus of five parts.

Producer: Liz Webb

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in October 2003.

1 hour, 10 minutes

Last on

Mon 9 Oct 202300:30
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Broadcasts

  • Sun 8 Oct 202306:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Sun 8 Oct 202311:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Sun 8 Oct 202317:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Mon 9 Oct 202300:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra