Jimmy Savile
Roy Plomley's castaway is broadcaster Jimmy Savile.
Jimmy Savile OBE began his career in the mines but, as a result of an accident, he took up dance hall management.
In conversation with Roy Plomley, he describes how he became a disc jockey and talks about his very successful television series Jim'll Fix It.
[Taken from the original programme material for this archive edition of Desert Island Discs]
Favourite track: Pomp and Circumstance March No 1 in D Major by Edward Elgar
Book: Mail order catalogue
Luxury: Havana cigar
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Music Played
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Glenn Miller Orchestra
Moonlight Serenade
- The Very Best of Glenn Miller.
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Lee Dorsey
Workin' In The Coal Mine
- Journey Through the 60s.
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The Beatles
Paperback Writer
- 20 Greatest Hits.
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It's Now Or Never
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Ray Charles
I Can't Stop Loving
- The World of Ray Charles.
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Wham!
Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go
- Saturday Super Store.
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Cole Porter
Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?
Soloist: Frank Sinatra and Celeste Holm Orchestra: MGM Studio Orchestra
Castaway's Favourite
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Edward Elgar
Pomp & Circumstance March No. 1 in D major 'Land of Hope and Glory'
Choir: BBC Singers Orchestra: BBC Symphony Orchestra
Book Choice
Mail order catalogue
Luxury Choice
Havana cigar
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Roy Plomley |
| Interviewed Guest | Jimmy Savile |
Broadcasts
- Sat 30 Mar 198518:25BBC Radio 4
- Fri 5 Apr 198509:05BBC Radio 4
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