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Twiggy

A look at the life and career of the iconic 1960s model Twiggy. The 15-year-old from Neasden exploded onto swinging London’s fashion scene overnight and came to epitomise that era.

A look at the life and career of the iconic 1960s model Twiggy. The 15-year-old from Neasden exploded onto swinging London’s fashion scene overnight and came to epitomise that era and a young generation of creative style, music and talent which still resonates today.

Featuring contributions from actor Dustin Hoffman, Sir Paul McCartney, Charlotte Tilbury, Dame Joanna Lumley, Brooke Shields and many more, this is the story of the model’s upbringing, career, relationships and how she constantly reinvented herself in theatre, music and television - maintaining a successful, multifaceted career to the present day.

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1 hour, 28 minutes

Last on

Thu 25 Sep 202501:10
BBC Two

Credits

DirectorSadie Frost
ProducerNick Hamson
ProducerSimon Jones
Executive ProducerChris Greenhill
Executive ProducerRory Kindlon
Executive ProducerRonni Ancona
Executive ProducerAndrew Green
Executive ProducerAisling O'Connor
Production CompanySoho Talent
Production CompanyFilm Soho

Broadcasts

  • Mon 15 Sep 202521:00
    BBC Two
  • Wed 17 Sep 202523:30
    BBC Two except Northern Ireland & Northern Ireland HD
  • Thu 25 Sep 202501:10
    BBC Two

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