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Joan Collins and Louis Theroux interview

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granfromafar Tue 21-Nov-23 21:28:10

On BBC 2 now
Anyone watching this? She is amazing for 90! Obviously her hair is dyed, (or is it a wig?) and is heavily made up but still looks great. Very watchable.

GrannyGravy13 Wed 22-Nov-23 19:53:28

Oops sorry I meant no proof

merlotgran Wed 22-Nov-23 19:56:25

RosiesMaw

Not sure that your post of 18.24 might not be libellous @FP so I’m not quoting it but you are making very serious accusations regarding national security.
Do you have any proof?

Probably from her friends.

They’re everywhere.

welbeck Wed 22-Nov-23 20:03:59

re the nazis and switzerland, can i ask a simple question.
i have heard that the nazis left switzerland alone because it had so many secret bank accounts etc, ie they had money there themselves.
but they could easily have overrun switzerland's defences and taken over the whole country, including all banks and all the money, everyone's.
why didn't they.

Iam64 Wed 22-Nov-23 20:04:40

Yes Merlotgran, they’re every where and all extraordinarily well informed and on the right side of any argument

Germanshepherdsmum Wed 22-Nov-23 20:29:10

The post is pure fantasy. And libellous.

Germanshepherdsmum Wed 22-Nov-23 20:30:31

You’ve answered your own question welbeck.

welbeck Wed 22-Nov-23 20:36:21

have i ?
i still don't get it.
i mean, the nazis were not known for respecting the rule of law, were pure fascists, might equals right.
so why not flex those muscles, stomp those jackboots, and grab everything in switzerland too.
i realise this question reveals more about my lack of understanding generally . . .

Callistemon21 Wed 22-Nov-23 20:51:15

welbeck

have i ?
i still don't get it.
i mean, the nazis were not known for respecting the rule of law, were pure fascists, might equals right.
so why not flex those muscles, stomp those jackboots, and grab everything in switzerland too.
i realise this question reveals more about my lack of understanding generally . . .

Why indeed!

Better to have a banker to keep it safe for them, perhaps?

knspol Sat 25-Nov-23 11:09:30

Haven't watched the programme so haven't seen her close up yet but I admire her. She's 90 and seems to have great stamina and a real zest for life she also seems to be really on the ball and to have what are probably called old fashioned values. She knows she's famous and always dresses for that part and is one of the last real film stars.

Jillypops Sat 25-Nov-23 11:16:55

yes!

Fleurpepper Sat 25-Nov-23 11:20:08

RosiesMaw

Not sure that your post of 18.24 might not be libellous @FP so I’m not quoting it but you are making very serious accusations regarding national security.
Do you have any proof?

Libellous? Goodness me. There are 100s of articles and documents that say exactly this. Johnson was Foreign Secretary at the time, and was officially told NOT to go, and never had clearance. He was so drunk and dishevelled even the next day! Soon after Lebedev was given a seat in the House of Lords!

www.theguardian.com/media/2019/nov/17/boris-johnson-met-alexander-lebedev-without-security-after-nato-summit

I totally get that you are not interested in what Joan Collins, who WAS THERE with him- has to say. But it is directly linked to her, and as said, many would like to know more about what happened there and Johnson's behaviour and state. I do- and I can assure many others do too. And the UK's security, at a very delicate time for the country.

Fleurpepper Sat 25-Nov-23 11:22:49

welbeck

re the nazis and switzerland, can i ask a simple question.
i have heard that the nazis left switzerland alone because it had so many secret bank accounts etc, ie they had money there themselves.
but they could easily have overrun switzerland's defences and taken over the whole country, including all banks and all the money, everyone's.
why didn't they.

Relevance to this thread. NONE.

janthegranx6 Sat 25-Nov-23 11:27:27

So sad to see a woman who has made her fortune out of being 'sexy' still has to keep it up at 90. She is not a 'real' 90 year old, and trying to pretend she is is doing women a disservice. Makes us believe we can achieve what she has, without the resources for the face lifts and extensive cosmetic procedures. Even old women (us) are criticising her because her age is becoming undeniable. Why can't we just enjoy who we are as we age, we don't need role models like Joanie.

Greciangirl Sat 25-Nov-23 11:28:46

Well, I thought she looked bloody marvellous.

Such an interesting person with so many stories. She’s a wealth of knowledge.

Ok, she may be a bit of a diva. But remember she is of a different age and era.

One of the most interesting interviews Louis has done.

Germanshepherdsmum Sat 25-Nov-23 11:28:55

You don’t have to shout FP. The use of italics or bold print would emphasise your point politely.

Greciangirl Sat 25-Nov-23 11:30:51

Knspol.

Ditto everything you said.

You explained it beautifully.

Lesley60 Sat 25-Nov-23 11:33:03

Sorry but I don’t understand how she is so famous, I only remember her in Dynasty and apparently she was in some soft porn film in the 70s
She is to full of herself for my liking and I don’t even think she’s a very good actress

marta74 Sat 25-Nov-23 11:39:00

Love Joan Collins,She may wear too much make up but has still kept herself one classy lady. Love listening to her . No mutton dressed as lamb . Has a lovely husband. Enjoy her interviews.

Germanshepherdsmum Sat 25-Nov-23 11:43:54

You must be too young to know that her film career began in the 50s Lesley. And you obviously haven’t seen enough of her acting to appreciate why she has been famous for so long.

Callistemon21 Sat 25-Nov-23 11:50:59

Lesley60

Sorry but I don’t understand how she is so famous, I only remember her in Dynasty and apparently she was in some soft porn film in the 70s
She is to full of herself for my liking and I don’t even think she’s a very good actress

So what was the point in your post - wouldnt it be better to investigate first before posting?

Or asking others who might know more?

welbeck Sat 25-Nov-23 11:53:18

shall i stand in the corner, FP, and for how long ?

Callistemon21 Sat 25-Nov-23 11:54:38

welbeck

shall i stand in the corner, FP, and for how long ?

Hands on head for the whole of this lesson and you will miss break too.

HousePlantQueen Sat 25-Nov-23 12:06:05

I haven't seen the interview, and don't fancy watching it, but I too don't see the fascination with Joan Collins. She is not, in my opinion, a good actress, always is 'Joan Collins' whatever the role. I know a lady who is 90, very slim, always hair done, nails manicured, well dressed, but no trowelled on make up, no wigs, and frankly, she looks a lot better than JC. But, each to their own. |As to those of you sticking your heads in the sand about Johnson and his potentially treasonous visits to the home of an ex KGB agent, without his security detail.....well, if you believe that was innocent, you'll believe anything.

4allweknow Sat 25-Nov-23 12:14:08

Came over as very confident about anything raised. Yes wigs, masses of make up over all the facial surgery but can't hide the wrinkly skin on her chest. Definitely showed up all the work she's had done. Lives in a lovely environment, served hand and foot, if I reach 90 that will do for me.

Madwoman11 Sat 25-Nov-23 12:15:16

So what if she's had some work done on her face and wears a wig she looks amazing! I would do the same if I had plenty of money.