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Sir Jimmy Savile, 1926-2011

A look back over the life of the veteran radio and TV personality, who campaigned and raised money tirelessly for charitySir James – Jimmy – Savile, radio disc-jockey, television personality and indefatigable charity worker delighted in being one of life's great enigmas.He was court jester to the Royal family and friend to prime ministers, yet he was portrayed as an unhappy loner.For 20 years he made the dreams of youngsters come true with his hugely popular Jim'll Fix It programme, yet he a...

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15:36 on October 29 2011

Sir Jimmy Savile, 1926-2011

Guardian Music — A look back over the life of the veteran radio and TV personality, who campaigned and raised money tirelessly for charitySir James – Jimmy – Savile, radio disc-jockey... more info

Nigel Kennedy