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Tony Blackburn's Performer in the Portrait
In this special show, Radio 2 celebrates Tony Blackburn's 50th anniversary as a broadcaster.
He is recorded in conversation over a nuimber of sittings as his protrait is being painted by up-and-coming West Country artist, John Puckey. This show forms part of Radio 2's Colour on the Radio, a week long celebration of art.
Tony Blackburn as drawn by John Puckey
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