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I wish John Inverdale was my dad
Posted: Tue Nov 18, 2008 9:27 am
by Matthew Green
He could tuck me in at night and tell me stories about sporting events of days gone by...
And I might grow up and be as suave, sophisticated and good-looking as this almost superhuman dignitary. Any other dictionary corner guests from this point on are pointlessly sitting in his formidable shadow, looking ugly, dull and pale by comparison. A bit like when Alan Smith came on to replace Lineker in 92.
Re: I wish John Inverdale was my dad
Posted: Tue Nov 18, 2008 4:21 pm
by David O'Donnell
He'd make a great host; haven't seen any Countdown this week though.
Re: I wish John Inverdale was my dad
Posted: Tue Nov 18, 2008 5:03 pm
by Martin Bishop
The thing I liked most about him on the show was his curiosity, such as where he quizzed Susie on mass nouns. Off-camera he's also the friendliest person ever. I've already mentioned in a spoiler thread, how he actually had a proper conversation with me, as opposed to just chatting with Susie.
The curiosity would make him rather good at hosting, but I think he's better off doing sport. I also feel he'd be an excellent uncle.
Re: I wish John Inverdale was my dad
Posted: Thu Nov 20, 2008 4:04 pm
by Jimmy Gough
Matthew Green wrote:He could tuck me in at night and tell me stories about sporting events of days gone by...
And I might grow up and be as suave, sophisticated and good-looking as this almost superhuman dignitary. Any other dictionary corner guests from this point on are pointlessly sitting in his formidable shadow, looking ugly, dull and pale by comparison. A bit like when Alan Smith came on to replace Lineker in 92.
I think you're forgetting Anne Widdecombe. She could be your mum.