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Sunday, 10 April 2016
Desmond Leslie Punches Bernard Levin
Following the recent death of Ronnie Corbett I was reminded of this event; I remember seeing it live (on TV of course) on a show in which Ronnie Corbett appeared.
Mr Leslie's wife (actress Agnes Bernelle) had been on the sharp end of Bernard Levin's vicious tongue, and the result was as follows..... I think it was a 'first' for UK TV.
The clip opens with 'funny-man' Lance Percival. I once sat next to him at a Chelsea restaurant (235 Kings Rd), we were both by ourselves, and I spent about 3 hours enjoying his wonderful company.
Your video froze, but I have seen it before - also live. Bernard Levin could be a right pain in the arse sometimes, though I don't generally approve of violence - especially toward me.
I was able to see the video here this morning but now there is a little square sad face on a blank space. I've noticed the same over at Rachel's, Cody video. I hope it's only temporary. I'd hate to miss out on the videos. Greetings Maria x
Seems you really did see life in your old London days Cro.
ReplyDeleteIt's where it all happens, Weave.
DeleteLove the way he gestured for him to stand before he hit him! Mind you levin was a real short arse!
ReplyDeleteI'm not sure if he actually made contact. He probably deserved it.
DeleteAuberon Waugh told him to piss off.
ReplyDeleteNo doubt a lot of others did too.
DeleteYour video froze, but I have seen it before - also live. Bernard Levin could be a right pain in the arse sometimes, though I don't generally approve of violence - especially toward me.
ReplyDeleteI always liked his 'Terrier' approach to interviewing, so am not surprised that he was disliked.
DeleteI was able to see the video here this morning but now there is a little square sad face on a blank space. I've noticed the same over at Rachel's, Cody video. I hope it's only temporary. I'd hate to miss out on the videos. Greetings Maria x
ReplyDeleteIt's still working here; I wonder what the problem is. Copyright maybe.
DeleteI had rather hoped that he might ask him for a duel....at least they were both wearing suits!
ReplyDeleteArilx
I doubt if Levin knew one end of an epée from the other; which would have made it even more fun.
DeleteI looked up Agnes Bernelle, and one of her album of songs was called 'Father's Lying Dead On The Ironing Board'. Love it!
ReplyDeleteI'm pleased, now, that I didn't look her up too.
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