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Michael Kenneth Williams was known for playing tough characters. He was recognised for the scar across his face. But his nephew, Dominic DuPont, knew the demons he battled, how hard he worked, the good he gave back to the community and the lo
Author Herbie J Pilato, filmmaker William S Tribell and biographer Ray Richmond walk us through the raunchy euphemisms, the pioneering devotion and the sweet and caring nature that paved the way for Betty White to have the longest career in bro
In this episode of A Life Lived Stephanie Okupniak speaks with a professor and fellow classmate of Chadwick Boseman when he attended Oxford University for a summer acting course. The origin story of an artist who had never considered acting be
Stephanie Okupniak learns more about the school dropout from Edinburgh who will win the hearts of millions as the rogue spy 007 with journalist Brian Pendreigh, director Alvin Rakoff and biographer Herbie J Pilato.Alvin Rakoff's memoir I'M JUS
After a 4-year hiatus - A Life Lived returns!!Join Stephanie Okupniak from June 10th as she speaks with the people closest to icons who have died and finds out what they were really like behind the spotlight.This season she discovers why the
Look up ‘Hollywood action hero’ in the dictionary and you’ll find one name - Bruce Lee.He overcame racism, stereotypes and challenge after challenge to become the world’s first Asian international film icon.Stephanie Okupniak enters the w
Look up ‘Hollywood action hero’ in the dictionary and you’ll find one name - Bruce Lee.He overcame racism, stereotypes and challenge after challenge to become the world’s first Asian international film icon.Stephanie Okupniak enters the
Hubert de Givenchy crafted exquisite, haute couture creations that made women feel powerful, beautiful - and one of a kind. One of the founding fathers of high fashion, the designer’s legacy is unwavering almost 70 years after the birth of t
What does it take to write the great American novel?Harper Lee’s defining work - To Kill a Mockingbird - has stood the test of time. Surrounded by racism, segregation and injustice growing up in rural Alabama, Lee’s experiences shaped wha
Margot Kidder was an actress, an activist, a daredevil, an outspoken campaigner - but first and foremost - a mother.In her role as Lois Lane she set the benchmark for fierce, feminist leading ladies. Stephanie Okupniak goes inside her tum
There are some performers that just seem frozen in time.Hold your breath, make a wish, count to three - and let us take you inside the life of one of Hollywood’s most hypnotic stars - Gene Wilder.But he was so much more than Willy Wonka,
He may have been small in stature, but Verne Troyer had a giant personality. In a career that spanned 25 years he starred on the big screen as Mini-Me, Little Santa, Alien Son and Baby Joe - but off it he was a total sweetheart. Actress a
Debbie Reynolds was a force to be reckoned with. A member of Hollywood royalty, she faced scandal after scandal after scandal - yet bounced back bigger and better every time. Debbie’s son Todd Fisher joins Stephanie Okupniak to take us beyo
What’s it like being one of Hollywood’s greatest villains - with a heart of gold?Alan Rickman played a professor, a doctor, an angel, a terrorist - but above all - he was a brother, son, husband and friend. Actress and collaborator Juliet
What’s it like being one of Hollywood’s greatest villains - with a heart of gold?Alan Rickman played a professor, a doctor, an angel, a terrorist - but above all - he was a brother, son, husband and friend. Actress and collaborator Juliet
Whitney Houston’s life is a story of victory over adversity. Of love and heartache. Of regeneration after decimation.This gospel queen escaped the ghetto and lived out her dream - but fairytales don’t always have happy endings. Stephanie
Whitney Houston’s life is a story of victory over adversity. Of love and heartache. Of regeneration after decimation.This gospel queen escaped the ghetto and lived out her dream - but fairytales don’t always have happy endings. Stephanie
Rambling troubadour. Strumming vagabond. An American treasure.Rock and roll icon Tom Petty is forever Free Fallin’.From rural Florida to the bright lights of Hollywood, Stephanie Okupniak takes us on a journey through Tom’s life alongside
B.B. King is the blues. The musical giant performed with everyone from rockstars to presidents through the decades - and provided the soundtrack to 20th century America - all with his beloved Lucille by his side. Stephanie Okupniak honours
What would you be willing to give up to be famous? George Michael gave his fans songs they will sing for the rest of their lives - but he had to live a lie for decades.Stephanie Okupniak is joined by his friend and manager Rob Kahane and p
What would you be willing to give up to be famous? George Michael gave his fans songs they will sing for the rest of their lives - but he had to live a lie for decades.Stephanie Okupniak is joined by his friend and manager Rob Kahane and p
Lemmy lived life in the fast lane. The heavy metal pioneer rewrote the history books - fueled by speed, cigarettes and a bottle of Jack. Stephanie Okupinak takes a deep dive into the rock god's life with the help of journalist Morat and wri
Prince was more than pop royalty - he was an artist, a trailblazer, a pioneer and a symbol - literally. Stephanie Okupniak talks to his studio engineer Susan Rogers and mega fan and biographer Matt Thorne to see what it’s like to work and pla
Imagine fleeing a cult at four to become a movie star by 14. River Phoenix was more than an 80’s heartthrob. He was a musician, a vegan, an environmental activist and an Oscar nominee. Stephanie Okupniak is joined by director William Richert
A Life Lived is back Monday November 2nd. Stephanie Okupniak talks to friends and family members of icons to find out what their lives were like behind the curtain. Find out how Prince supported the Black Lives matter movement and why Marg
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