Sir Jack Hayward at 90: I still adore Wolves
[gallery] Sir Jack Hayward celebrated his 90th birthday today – and raised a glass to his beloved Wolves and the city of Wolverhampton.
Wolves' president celebrated his big day at home in the Bahamas, surrounded by family and friends at an RAF-themed bash at the Sir Charles Hayward Yacht Club, named after his father, who moved to the islands in the 1950s when he moved his business from the United States.
But if Sir Jack remains as patriotic as ever, then his renowned sense of fun is also just as strong.
"I'm not walking too well – I think I need two new hips, two new knees and two new buttocks, but apart from that I feel very fit," joked Sir Jack.
"But I've got to survive so that I don't miss this big party that's been organised for me. There are going to be lots of surprises, and I'm dreading what they have got in store for me.
"I'm told there is an RAF theme and there will be flags, bunting and model aeroplanes brought in, with Second World War banners and music – The White Cliffs of Dover, that sort of thing.
"I'm told the chaperones will be following me around to limit the amount I drink so I can make a speech! They said to me 'why don't you wait another 10 years and have a good party?'
"But why not have one now? I don't know about a telegram from the Queen – I've got the knighthood already!"
