Episode 2
Lenny Henry tells the extraordinary story of his early years and sudden rise to fame in his long-awaited autobiography. Today, young Len finds a weapon against racists – humour.
Lenny Henry tells the extraordinary story of his early years and sudden rise to fame in his long-awaited autobiography. Today, young Len finds a weapon against racists – humour.
The legendary actor, comedian and campaigner has graced our screens for over four decades. A co-founder of Comic Relief, he was knighted in 2015 for services to charity and drama.
Who Am I, Again is a poignant and hilariously observed self-portrait of growing up in the Midlands as child of Jamaican immigrants seeking, though not always finding, a better life. The book candidly documents racism and fraught family relationships, but ultimately celebrates how a working-class kid from Dudley made the big time with support from those around him.
Read by Lenny Henry
Abridged by Penny Leicester
Produced by Ciaran Bermingham
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- Tue 24 Sep 2019 09:45Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 FM
- Wed 25 Sep 2019 00:30Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4