From Meeting the Queen Mother to TV Stardom: Russell Grant’s Incredible Journey

In this unforgettable conversation, Russell Grant reveals the extraordinary ‘out of the blue’ opportunities that have shaped his remarkable career - from training as an actor, and the life-changing moment he met the Queen Mother at the Ideal Home Exhibition in 1978, to his breakthrough on Granada Television, behind-the-scenes stories from Strictly Come Dancing, and even being shot out of a cannon at Wembley Stadium - before reflecting on the lasting influence of his idol, Ivor Novello. This is Russell at his best: deeply personal, hilarious, intuitive, and utterly fascinating. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more inspiring conversations.