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Postby Sophie » Feb 22nd, '08, 14:34



27th February bbc2, 9.50pm~Wonderland~.The life of the worlds oldest escapologist...92!! year old Ron Cunningham.

Sounds brilliant...cant wait.

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Postby Sophie » Feb 28th, '08, 11:18

So sad he died of cancer. What a lovely man he was thou' and he really packed full his life. Im glad he shared the programme with us.

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Postby Flash » Feb 28th, '08, 13:10

What a spectacular program this was and what a totally amazing guy. It was fascinating to see such an old pro at work and interesting to see how his desire to make his mark in history overcame the crippling handicaps of his age. Bravo Mr Cunningham, long may your memory endure.

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Postby Sophie » Feb 29th, '08, 11:33

All he did...and then dying of cancer. Really makes you think. I hope im that bright and energetic when im his age.
Sophie.

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Postby dat8962 » Feb 29th, '08, 11:57

This was one of the best programmes that the BBC have aired in a while and made a pleasant change to the usual documentarys on war, government corruption, financial meltdown etc.

There must be thousands of people up and down the country who have equally as interesting life stories. Let's see more of these people on TV!

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Postby Sophie » Feb 29th, '08, 13:22

I dont think you're going to find many men that age with his skills!! Such a talent and just a joy to watch. He just kept on going.

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