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Terence Stamp

Michael Parkinson's castaway is actor Terence Stamp.

When he made his film debut in Billy Budd, Terence Stamp was described as "the most beautiful man in the world". His portrayal of Sergeant Troy in Far From the Madding Crowd brought him further fame, yet he has plotted a somewhat lonely and mysterious path through life. In conversation with Michael Parkinson, he talks about his early life in the East End of London, and also chooses the eight records he would take to the mythical island.

[Taken from the original programme material for this archive edition of Desert Island Discs]

Favourite track: Music In The World Of Islam by Trad
Book: The Joy of Cooking
Luxury: Duvet

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40 minutes

Last on

Fri 3 Jul 1987 09:05
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4

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Music Played

  • Iordanis Tsomidis

    The Pleasure Of Zorba

    Artist: Kapos/Karathanasis

  • Castaway's Favourite

    • Music In The World Of Islam

  • Maurice Ravel

    Pavane pour une infante dΓ©funte

    Soloist: Maurice Ravel

  • Leroy Anderson

    Blue Tango

  • Be My Love

    Soloist: Mario Lanza

  • Nat King Cole

    It's All In The Game

  • The Beatles

    You've Got To Hide Your Love Away

  • The Doors

    Light My Fire

  • Book Choice

    • The Joy of Cooking

  • Luxury Choice

    • Duvet

Credits

Presenter Michael Parkinson
Interviewed Guest Terence Stamp

Broadcasts

  • Sun 28 Jun 1987 12:15
    Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
  • Fri 3 Jul 1987 09:05
    Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4

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