27/01/2025
Norwich, GB 7 C
Researching and reporting on the lives of some really interesting people (RIP)

DOROTHY BROMILEY, aged 93

Fame was thrust upon her when she was selected to appear in a Hollywood movie, but it disappeared quickly. She continued acting and became a textiles expert.

MARK RAFFLES, aged 100

From ARP warden to ENSA magician, he entertained troops in WW2. He then became a TV and variety star and was the world’s oldest active magician.

NUTMEG, aged 75

After working in a university she took up crossword setting after retirement and became a regular in four publications, becoming a favourite in the world of puzzling.

CHERRY VALENTINE / GEORGE WARD, aged 28

Growing up in a travelling community he became a mental health nurse, but also had an alter-ego as a Drag Queen, becoming a television star and an advocate for LGBT rights.