Jimmy Tarbuck
Sue Lawley's castaway is comedian Jimmy Tarbuck.
This week Sue Lawley's castaway is the entertainer Jimmy Tarbuck. Originally from Liverpool, he began his career as a redcoat at Butlins holiday camp. He went on to become a compere at the London Palladium and fronted numerous comedy and game shows including 'Winner Takes All'.
In recent years he's returned to the stand up circuit and is a popular after-dinner speaker. He's also turned his passion for golf into a new venture with a series of videos on the world's best and worst courses.
[Taken from the original programme material for this archive edition of Desert Island Discs]
Favourite track: Oh! My Beloved Father (O Mio Babbino Caro) by Giacomo Puccini
Book: The Essential Henry Longhurst by Henry Longhurst
Luxury: Own set of golf clubs and balls
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Music Played
Castaway's Favourite
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Giacomo Puccini
O mio babbino caro (from Gianni Schicchi)
Soloist: Frank Chacksfield (and his Orchestra)
- Opera Golden Moments.
- Eclipse.
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The Beatles
Love Me Do
- Love Me Do.
- Parlophone.
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Little Richard
Good Golly Miss Molly
- Little Richard: 22 Greatest Hits.
- Mercury.
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Elvis Presley
All Shook Up
- Don't Be Cruel.
- RCA.
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Rod Stewart
Your Song
- Two Rooms.
- Mercury.
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Brian Johnston
Cricket Commentary - BBC ARCHIVE
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Norah Jones
Come Away With Me
Composer: Norah Jones
- Come Away With Me.
- Parlophone.
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Frank Sinatra
My Way
- My Way.
- Reprise.
Book Choice
The Essential Henry Longhurst - Henry Longhurst
Luxury Choice
Own set of golf clubs and balls
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Sue Lawley |
| Interviewed Guest | Jimmy Tarbuck |
Broadcasts
- Sun 11 Jan 200411:15BBC Radio 4
- Fri 16 Jan 200409:00BBC Radio 4
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