Wolfmancatsup
Empire State Human
Three or four years ago Linton Kwesi Johnson got on my local train (he boarded at Herne Hill) and sat opposite me. Kept quiet for a minute then spoke to him as I knew I’d forever regret it if I didn’t. Came over all fanboy-ish as I told him I’d loved his work since first seeing his appearance reading his poetry on the OGWT. He was charming, chatting with me for a few minutes, shook my hand and even smiled, which kind of looked strange as I don’t think I’ve ever seen him smile in photos or film.
Back in the ‘seventies Kenneth Williams sat opposite me on an underground train. I didn’t have the nerve to speak to him and looking back (and having read his diaries some years ago!) I’m kind of glad I said nothing. He might have been lovely, but then again he might not…
Mick
Back in the ‘seventies Kenneth Williams sat opposite me on an underground train. I didn’t have the nerve to speak to him and looking back (and having read his diaries some years ago!) I’m kind of glad I said nothing. He might have been lovely, but then again he might not…
Mick