Gavin and Stacey star reveals surprising secrets his presenter son never knew about him
DAD'S THE WORD Gavin and Stacey star reveals surprising secrets his presenter son never knew about him
GAVIN and Stacey star Larry Lamb has revealed the surprising things he and his presenter son didn't know about each other.
The actor, 77, is famous for his role of Mick Shipman in the smash hit BBC One comedy, but he is also well known for the close bond he has with his son, George Lamb, 45.
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Gavin and Stacey star Larry Lamb has revealed he has secrets his son George doesn't know
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The father and son have a very close bond
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The pair opened up about their 'close' relationship
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Larry is best known for playing Mick Shipman in Gavin and Stacey
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Father and son duo Larry and George put National Rail's '36 Questions to Connect' to the test after admitting they rarely get time to really talk.
Gavin and Stacey star Larry said: 'I'm so lucky to have a very close relationship with my kids but life's so busy, it's often hard to find the time to sit down and have a proper chat, connect, and have those more deep and meaningful conversations - but on the train you can.
'I really enjoyed playing 36 Questions to Connect with my son George, reminiscing on past experiences and sharing a few stories that we didn't know about each other.
'I didn't realise he didn't actually know what my first job was, and there's a few things I learnt about him too.'
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It comes after a survey revealed more than one in 10 adults know more about famous celebrities than their loved ones.
The poll of 2,000 adults found just 29 per cent know who their mum first dated, and even fewer know about their dad's early love life (19 per cent).
Yet, 34 per cent could correctly identify Chelsy Davy as Prince Harry's first high-profile girlfriend.
While 26 per cent knew Wayne Rooney's first car – a Ford SportKa - but only 21 per cent could say the same of their mum's.
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The survey was commissioned by National Rail, on behalf of the rail industry, which has launched a new version of '36 Questions' to help people find out more about their loved ones, and enjoy more meaningful conversations with friends and family.
Psychologist Dr Madeleine Mason Roantree, working with the brand, said: 'Many of us assume we know our loved ones better than we actually do.
Watch the emotional moment Gavin and Stacey cast break down in tears as they hug for final time before Christmas episode
'But research, and everyday experience, show us that we often have blind spots and gaps in our understanding of those around us.'
The study also found many haven't asked key questions about themselves, with 40 per cent unaware how they got their name.
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But 47 per cent know how at least one of the Beckham kids got their names – with Brooklyn topping the list (37 per cent).
However, not having the time to ask personal questions can lead to regret in later life – of those who've lost a parent, 30 per cent wished they had asked about their grandparents.
And 27 per cent longed to speak to them about their happiest memories.
But while 57 per cent want to know more about their loved ones, 21 per cent don't know what to ask to get the conversation started.
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The research also revealed train journeys were considered among the best ways to connect with others.
This was due to the lack of distractions and increased quality time (59 per cent), making the mode of transport the ideal environment for bonding.
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