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3. Blackmail
Episode 3 of 5
In 1959, actor John Gielgud faced the threat of blackmail over his homosexuality. Derek Jacobi reads his remarkable letters.
The remarkable life of the actor John Gielgud, told through his personal letters.
In 1959, the actor faced the threat of blackmail over his homosexuality.
Edited by Richard Mangan and abridged by Doreen Estall.
Read by Derek Jacobi.
Producer: Emma Harding
First broadcast on 麻豆社 Radio 4 in April 2004.
Last on
Thu 22 May 2025
03:30
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