Jim Davidson's perfect weekend
Comedian and TV personality Jim Davidson OBE, aged 57, is a passionate fan of Charlton Football Club. He is currently starring in a touring play about stand-up comedy called Stand Up and Be Counted.
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Comedian and TV personality Jim Davidson OBE, aged 57, is a passionate fan of Charlton Football Club. He is currently starring in a touring play about stand-up comedy called Stand Up and Be Counted.
It's Friday afternoon. What's on your mind?
What's for dinner tonight and who are Charlton playing tomorrow and what are the ticket sales for my current play Stand Up And Be Counted like for the weekend!
Who normally has the pleasure of your company at the weekend?
My wife, my children and Charlton FC. Family and a great match - the perfect weekend.
How do you prepare for a big night out?
I go to Lidl's. A quick stroll around the aisles is all the excercise I need to get me ready for an evening out.
What's your favourite party outfit?
SS Storm Trooper
You've just arrived at the bar. What's your first drink?
A large scotch - just to get me in the mood!
What is your favourite nightspot and why?
Stringfellows - for obvious reasons!
What tune always gets you on the dance floor?
YMCA. It's a classic. How could you not have a good time with this playing?
It's a sunny Saturday. What are you up to?
Football or fishing. The excitement of the crowd or the peace and tranquility of solitude.
What's your most memorable weekend ever and why?
It was September 3, 1968. It was my first stag night ever and a memorable 'do' it was too . . .
What's the recipe for a perfect night in?
Indian takeaway, The Soprano's, wife - in that order! Favourite food, favourite series and favourite lady - perfect!
Favourite DVD? And what would you eat while watching it?
Sally And Her Barnyard Friends and chips! Say no more.
Sunday breakfast - cooked or continental?
Cooked
Sunday lunch - home-cooked or down the pub?
It has to be home cooked
Where and how do you like to relax?
At home in the UK watching telly
You've got a whole weekend off and a wad of money in your back pocket - which country or city would you head to?
Frankfurt! No other city in the world comes close.
* Jim Davidson stars in Stand Up And Be Counted at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre from April 4-9. The play is an hysterical yet hard-hitting look at the world of stand-up comedy.
Jim plays 'Old School Eddie' who faces up to the cream of new comedians, including Earl T Richards, played by Matt Blaize, who is politically correct, brilliant and black. Call 01902 429212 to book.