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Tony Hancock
Tony Hancock had become a household name with Hancock's Half Hour. At the time John Freeman's interview technique was heavily criticised, but the two became close friends. (1960)
Tony Hancock was the vulnerable clown who became a household name with Hancock's Half Hour. John Freeman cross-examined leading personalities of the day. At the time Freeman's interview was heavily criticised. He was considered too brusque, almost ruthless in his technique. But the two became close friends and it is an interview many remember. (1960)
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | John Freeman |
| Interviewed Guest | Tony Hancock |
| Producer | Hugh Burnett |
Broadcasts
Sun 7 Feb 1960 21:40Â鶹ÊÓƵAV Television Service
Sun 9 Oct 1988 20:05- Sun 10 Feb 2002 23:00Â鶹ÊÓƵAV Knowledge
- Mon 19 Aug 2002 19:30
- Mon 24 Mar 2008 19:00
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