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First transmitted in 1995, a special edition of The Late Show sees comedian Ken Dodd talking to Jeremy Isaacs about his career and unique approach to comedy.

First transmitted in 1995, a special edition of The Late Show sees comedian Ken Dodd talking to Jeremy Isaacs about his career and unique approach to comedy. In this rare television interview, Dodd shares stories of his humble beginnings in 1930s Liverpool, his big break in 1965 at the London Palladium and his performance to the royal household at Windsor Castle. He also talks about his fears, regrets and philosophy of life.

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39 minutes

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Mon 24 Mar 2025 23:50
BBC Four

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BBC Four Talk Collection
This programme is part of Talk - a collection of interviews with some of the most influential figures of the 20th century.

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Credits

Presenter Jeremy Isaacs
Interviewed Guest Ken Dodd

Broadcasts

  • Mon 13 Mar 1995 23:15
    BBC Two except East, South East & Yorkshire
  • Mon 10 Jun 1996 23:15
    BBC Two except East, South East & Yorkshire
  • Mon 24 Mar 2025 23:50
    BBC Four

Featured in...

  • Face to Face

    Series of interviews from the late 50s and early 60s with John Freeman.

  • Talk

    BBC interviews with influential 20th Century figures, curated by Sir Michael Parkinson.

  • The Culture We Loved

    The best in arts, entertainers, musicians and celebrities from the 50s to the 90s