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Episode 2

Lenny Henry tells the extraordinary story of his early years and sudden rise to fame in his long-awaited autobiography. Today, young Len finds a weapon against racists – humour.

Lenny Henry tells the extraordinary story of his early years and sudden rise to fame in his long-awaited autobiography. Today, young Len finds a weapon against racists – humour.

The legendary actor, comedian and campaigner has graced our screens for over four decades. A co-founder of Comic Relief, he was knighted in 2015 for services to charity and drama.

Who Am I, Again is a poignant and hilariously observed self-portrait of growing up in the Midlands as child of Jamaican immigrants seeking, though not always finding, a better life. The book candidly documents racism and fraught family relationships, but ultimately celebrates how a working-class kid from Dudley made the big time with support from those around him.

Read by Lenny Henry
Abridged by Penny Leicester
Produced by Ciaran Bermingham

14 minutes

Last on

Wed 25 Sep 2019 00:30

Broadcasts

  • Tue 24 Sep 2019 09:45
  • Wed 25 Sep 2019 00:30