Letter To My Younger Self

What would you say to your 16-year-old self if you could go back in time? We ask well-known figures to offer some words of wisdom to their younger selves...

Dionne Warwick, Aged 71

Jane Graham

Grammy-winning soul legend Dionne Warwick on her dancing dreams, 1960s segregation, and 'quitting every day'

James Cracknell, Aged 39

Olympian James Cracknell on being a shy, un-sporty teenager, why women are like cats, and getting naked with Ben Fogle

Ben E King, aged 73

The soul legend on being a 'pretty cool' teenager, the one day he would like to relive, and the worldwide impact of Stand By Me

Michael Winner, aged 76

The Death Wish director on hanging out with famous actors, turning down James Bond... and being extremely shy

Denise Welch, aged 53

The actress and Loose Women presenter on clinical depression, the tabloid tales, and the most wonderful moment of her life

Barry McGuigan, aged 51

The former featherweight boxing world champion on his teenage ambitions, the tragedy at the start of his career, and living through The Troubles

Ozwald Boateng, aged 45

The British fashion designer discusses his parents' influence, his own cultural impact, and following in The Beatles' footsteps

Ann Widdecombe, 64

The politician turned TV presenter reflects upon her convent education, the swinging '60s, and civil partnerships

Minnie Driver, 42

Laura Kelly

Minnie Driver on her love for Daniel Day-Lewis, and a bohemian education versus life in the big city

Dame Eileen Atkins, 77

The Upstairs Downstairs actress recalls her humble beginnings, how school saved her life, and the turbulent times of her childhood

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