Richard E Grant: "The fact that it worked out is still a miracle to me. These chances come about maybe once, maybe if you're lucky, twice in your life." episode artwork

EPISODE · Apr 1, 2025 · 58 MIN

Richard E Grant: "The fact that it worked out is still a miracle to me. These chances come about maybe once, maybe if you're lucky, twice in your life."

from The Lulu Podcast: Turning Points · host Whistledown

In this episode of 'The Lulu Podcast: Turning Points' Lulu chats to Oscar-nominated actor and presenter Richard E Grant. Richard talks to Lulu about the big turning points in his life - getting his big break starring as Withnail, in 'Withail and I' whilst dealing with a huge personal loss; learning to live again after the death of his wife Joan; and the sheer joy of being nominated for an Oscar. He talks about how his upbringing had a huge impact on how he wanted to parent; how he is always trying to prove himself and get approval from others; and the amazing parties that he and Joan used to throw. Follow on Instagram: @thelulupodcast Follow on TikTok: @thelulupodcast CONTENT WARNING: This episode discusses baby loss. If this has affected you, please head to Tommy's: the pregnancy and baby charity for help and advice: https://www.tommys.org/ The Lulu Podcast: Turning Points is a Whistledown podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of 'The Lulu Podcast: Turning Points' Lulu chats to Oscar-nominated actor and presenter Richard E Grant. Richard talks to Lulu about the big turning points in his life - getting his big break starring as Withnail, in 'Withail and I' whilst dealing with a huge personal loss; learning to live again after the death of his wife Joan; and the sheer joy of being nominated for an Oscar. He talks about how his upbringing had a huge impact on how he wanted to parent; how he is always trying to prove himself and get approval from others; and the amazing parties that he and Joan used to throw. Follow on Instagram: @thelulupodcast Follow on TikTok: @thelulupodcast CONTENT WARNING: This episode discusses baby loss. If this has affected you, please head to Tommy's: the pregnancy and baby charity for help and advice: https://www.tommys.org/ The Lulu Podcast: Turning Points is a Whistledown podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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