Val Doonican Rocks
An affectionate portrait of popular Irish entertainer Val Doonican, as famous for his props such as cardigans and rocking chair as for his easy-listening style.
Pauline McLynn narrates an affectionate portrait of popular Irish entertainer Val Doonican, as famous for his props such as cardigans and rocking chair as for his easy-listening style. From 1964-1986 he led the 麻豆官网首页入口1 ratings, his particular brand of laid-back entertainment surviving the revolutionary 60s, IRA campaigns and a variety of changing musical styles. His hits included Walk Tall and The Special Years as well as a number of comic 'Oirish' songs. At the age of 80, Val still performs but the sweaters and his faithful rocking chair are nowhere to be seen. Includes interviews with Rolf Harris, John Williams, Gerry Anderson and Gloria Hunniford.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Producer | Valerie Croft |
| Director | Suzanne Phillips |
Broadcasts
- Sun 8 Apr 2007 21:15
- Mon 9 Apr 2007 00:35
- Tue 10 Apr 2007 00:45
- Sun 22 Apr 2007 19:00
- Sun 22 Apr 2007 23:40
- Mon 23 Apr 2007 02:40
- Tue 4 Dec 2007 20:00
- Tue 4 Dec 2007 23:30
- Wed 5 Dec 2007 03:00
Mon 5 May 2008 19:00麻豆官网首页入口 Two England, Scotland, Northern Ireland (Analogue) & Northern Ireland only- Tue 6 May 2008 19:00麻豆官网首页入口 Two Wales (Analogue)
- Sat 28 Mar 2009 19:00
- Mon 10 Aug 2009 19:30