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2. Hollywood

Episode 2 of 5

In 1952 John Gielgud travelled to Hollywood to star in 'Julius Caesar'. Derek Jacobi reads his remarkable letters.

The remarkable life of the actor John Gielgud, told through his personal letters.

It’s 1952 and John Gielgud travelled to Hollywood to star in 'Julius Caesar'.

Edited by Richard Mangan and abridged by Doreen Estall.

Read by Derek Jacobi.

Producer: Emma Harding

First broadcast on ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 4 in April 2004.

15 minutes

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Tue 20 May 2025 08:30

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