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In the early 60s, Jimmy Savile became famous as a DJ in the dance halls of Leeds and Manchester. He ran sell-out dances for young people - but was also able to exploit this position.
In the early 60s, Jimmy Savile became famous as a DJ in the dance halls of Leeds and Manchester. He ran sell-out dances for young people - but was also able to exploit this position.
In an effort to legitimise his reputation, Savile took advantage of his celebrity status to pursue a voluntary role at his local hospital, Leeds General Infirmary. And his popularity as a DJ led the ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ to ask him to host their new TV show Top of the Pops.
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Mon 9 Oct 2023
21:00
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| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Jimmy Savile | Steve Coogan |
| Ray Teret | Robert Emms |
| Bill Cotton | Michael Jibson |
| Agnes Savile | Gemma Jones |
| Charles Hullighan | Mark Lewis Jones |
| Eric Morley | Neil Pearson |
| Writer | Neil McKay |
| Producer | Clare Shepherd |
| Director | Sandra Goldbacher |
| Production Company | ITV Studios |
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- Mon 9 Oct 2023 21:00
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