Show Notes
Dame Joan's donation to the Virtual charity shop: Valentino Clutch Bag
Episode one is the iconic Dame Joan Collins DBE, a proud Vice-President of Shooting Star for over two decades. In this exclusive first episode, Karen Sugarman MBE sits down with her long-time friend to reflect on Dame Joan's extraordinary career in showbusiness, from Dynasty's famously talked-about pool scene to being appointed a Dame, as well as the importance of family, friendship, and her lasting commitment to the charity and the bonds she has built with the children and families it supports. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
More from Shooting Star Unwrapped
In this episode, Karen is joined by longtime friend Tony Hadley MBE. A Vice President of the charity, as they discuss their friendship, 23-year connection to Shooting Star Children’s Hospices Tony shares stories about Spandau Ballet's early days, 'True' going to number one and performing at Live Aid. And special moments at Buckingham Palace including receiving an MBE and meeting the late Queen Elizabeth. Tony’s donation to the virtual charity shop is two VIP tickets to his December London concert at the London Coliseum and meet Tony at the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of Shooting Star Unwrapped, host Karen Sugarman MBE is joined by acclaimed actress Brenda Blethyn OBE - best known for her iconic role as DCI Vera Stanhope in ITV's Vera. Brenda brings along her beloved cockapoo Jack and a homemade fruitcake as her treat of choice.
Michael's donation to the Virtual charity shop: 6 VIP Palladium Tickets (closes 29th September)
Shooting Star Unwrapped is our first podcast hosted by Karen Sugarman MBE, Executive Vice President at Shooting Star. Released every two weeks, the podcast features heartfelt conversations with some of the UK's most recognisable names from entertainment, music and television, exploring their lives, careers and personal connections to Shooting Star. Whether you're a long-time supporter or new to Shooting Star, the podcast offers a unique chance to hear from some of our celebrity supporters in a relaxed, candid and honest way, made possible by Karen’s long-standing friendships with many of her guests. Subscribe now to be the first to hear our first episode.