RHLSTP with Richard Herring RHLSTP 175 - BRIAN BLESSED
Apr 18, 2018
Brian Blessed, a veteran English actor known for his powerful voice and adventurous spirit, shares unforgettable stories from his extraordinary life. He discusses his wild experiences with animals, including a memorable canoe trip with an orangutan. Delving into his iconic roles, Blessed recounts filming stunts in 'Flash Gordon' and unexpectedly delivering a baby in Richmond Park. He reflects on his love for space exploration and defies age with his zest for life, all while weaving in amusing tales of theatrical pranks and mountain adventures.
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Surreal Award And A Canine Verdict
- Brian Blessed recounts winning Best Actor at the Tenerife Film Festival for a documentary he didn’t act in and taking home a trophy his Jack Russell later ate.
- He uses this absurd story to highlight the surreal rewards fame can bring and his larger-than-life persona.
Gorillas, Orangutans And Unfiltered Tales
- Brian describes wrestling and interacting with gorillas and orangutans, including grabbing a gorilla's testicles to make it helpless and being fondled by female gorillas.
- He presents these encounters with blunt comedic shock to illustrate his fearless, provocative storytelling style.
Delivering A Baby In Richmond Park
- Brian tells how he delivered a woman's baby in Richmond Park, used his shirt for the newborn, bit and tied the afterbirth, and calmed the mother until the ambulance arrived.
- He frames the story as part of his practical upbringing and readiness to act decisively in emergencies.
