Loose Women
Monday 21st July
Monday 21 July 2008 on ITV1

Jackie hosts today, on the panel is Coleen, Lynda and Gillian. In the studio is Nicholas Parsons and Alexandra Boyd.

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  external: Nicholas Parsons' Official Website Sep 13, 2007 (Score: 30)
  

On beginning his apprenticeship, Nicholas' first pay-packet for doing a 48-hour week was 49p. (edit) Nicholas is a leading member of entertainment industry charity The Grand Order of Water Rats, as well as being honorary chairman of the International Quizzing Association. (edit) Between 1988 and 1991, Nicholas was appointed Rector of the University of St Andrews (a role which is chosen by the students of the university). (edit) Nicholas was originally offered a larger role in his film debut Master Of Bankdam, that of Lancelot Handel Crowther. However, due to other work commitments, he had to take a lesser role. (edit) Nicholas was originally chosen to play the Gamesmaster in the Channel 4 video game show of the same name. However, the application of the facial distortion techniques- as the character was partially digitised- did not work properly, so Patrick Moore was chosen instead. (edit)

Nicholas Parsons: (about Just A Minute) It is my favourite job. It is professionally most demanding, but tremendous fun. I have to be alert and concentrate harder than in any other engagement I indertake. It's my responsibility to make instant decisions, generate the fun, control the show and listen to every word spoken and remember, so I can judge if a challenge is correct - especially if it is for repetition. (edit) Nicholas Parsons: The joy of performing is that you overcome the insecurity of your nature and are reassured by the reaction of the audience. (edit)

Star
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The Benny Hill Show Regular Performer (1969-74)	The Ugliest Girl in Town David Courtney

Recurring Role
The Benny Hill Show

Guest Star
Bodger and Badger The Bare Mayor Mayor	Brass Eye Animals Himself
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Children in Need 1987 Himself	Children in Need 2001 [2 Parts] Himself

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The Weakest Link (UK) Celebrity Special Contestant