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The Belfast-born comic and television presenter was surprised by Michael during a recording of his popular television game show, Catchphrase at Carlton TV Studios, in Nottingham.
Roy's guests include fellow Irish personalities - snooker’s Dennis Taylor and singer-turned-politician, Dana.
Christopher - who joined Emmerdale in 1986 - was surprised by Michael while shooting a promotional film in a central Leeds hotel.
His tribute includes a filmed message from actor Peter O'Toole, whom Christopher worked with in an Old Vic production of Macbeth.
Barbara Dickson, singer and actress, was surprised by Michael Aspel during a party to promote her latest stage show, The Seven Ages of Woman, at the Groucho Club in London.
Barbara, who was born in Fife, first started performing in local folk clubs while working for the civil service. An appearance at the Liverpool Everyman in 1974 in Willy Russell's musical John, Paul, Ringo... and Bert led to a recording contract, and the title track of her first album, Answer Me, became a Top 10 hit in 1976.
In 1982 her leading role in Willy Russell's new musical Blood Brothers, achieved critical acclaim and she was named Actress of the Year in a Musical by the Society of West End Theatres in 1984. In the same year her duet with Elaine Page, I Know Him So Well, from the musical Chess, became a worldwide hit. During the 1990s, Barbara appeared in various television dramas including Taggart and Band of Gold.
Frank Thornton, actor, was surprised by Michael Aspel during a British Comedy Society dinner at Pinewood Studios. The dinner included a celebration of the long running BBC television sitcom Last of the Summer Wine presented by Jeffery Archer.
Michael Aspel tells the story of the Broadcaster and former goalkeeper Bob Wilson.
The composer, songwriter and keyboard player – formerly with the band Yes – was surprised by Michael at the BBC Television Centre whilst appearing as a guest on the light entertainment show, The Generation Game.
Guests include actors John Inman, Norman Wisdom and Eric Sykes, and from Hollywood, Howard Keel.
Sue Johnston, actress, was surprised by Michael Aspel during rehearsals for the play Hindle Wakes at the Royal Exchange Theatre in Manchester.
Sue, who was born in Warrington, first started acting with the drama group at Pilkington Glass, where she was working, before going on to train at the Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art in London. Her first professional job was in 1965 at the Theatre Royal, St Helen's, and she worked predominantly in theatre during the 1970s including with Theatre in Education at the Belgrade Theatre in Coventry.
Anne Kirkbride, actress, was surprised by Michael Aspel while filming a scene for the ITV soap opera Coronation Street at Granada Studios in Manchester.
Anne, who was born in Oldham, first began acting with the Saddleworth junior players before joining the Oldham Theatre Workshop at the age of 14. After leaving school at 16 she secured a job as Assistant Stage Manager with the Oldham Repertory Theatre, where she would appear in over 40 productions.
Anne's first television appearance was in the Granada Television produced drama, Another Sunday and Sweet FA, which caught the attention of the producers of Coronation Street. She made her first appearance in the ITV soap opera in the role of Deirdre in November 1972 at the age of only 18, and soon became a household name through such headline grabbing storylines as Deirdre's love triangle in 1983, which attracted over 29 million viewers.
Damon Hill, racing driver, was surprised by Michael Aspel - with the help of commentator Murray Walker - during a charity cheque presentation for the Downs Syndrome Association at the Landmark Hotel in London.
Damon, the son of Formula One World Champion Graham Hill, made his Grand Prix debut at the relatively late age of 31, having spent his earlier years working in construction and racing motorbikes, as well as a being a member of a punk rock band. His big break came in 1991 as test driver for the Williams team, securing the first of his 22 victories at the 1993 Hungarian Grand Prix.
The actor and screenwriter - best remembered for his roles in the sitcoms, It Ain't Half Hot Mum and Doctor in the House, and its subsequent spin-offs - was surprised by Michael during a photo shoot at London's Holborn Studios. George - who met his wife at a This Is Your Life party - is greeted by, among others, theatre producer, Bill Kenwright.
The team gather at London's Imperial War Museum where Michael enlists the help of Bill's former colleague, Ian Lavender, from the BBC sitcom Dad's Army, to help surprise the comedy actor - best known as ARP Warden Hodges in the long running series.
Among those paying tribute to Bill are fellow actors Bill Maynard, Bernard Cribbins and Paul Shane.
The recently retired Tottenham Hotspur player was surprised by Michael at the club’s ground - White Hart Lane.
Gary is greeted by a mix of sporting and show business names, including footballer Gary Linekar, musicians Chas n Dave and actors Anthony Andrews and Lynn Redgrave.
Suzi Quatro, singer-songwriter, musician and actress, was surprised by Michael Aspel - with the help of singer Alvin Stardust - at the finale of her show, 70s Glitz Blitz Hits, at the London Palladium.
Suzi, who was born in Detroit, Michigan, toured the US in rock bands with her sisters from the age of 14, before being spotted by British record producer Mickie Most, who offered her a solo record deal. After accepting the deal she moved to the UK, where she scored a string of hit singles, including Can the Can in 1973 and Devil Gate Drive the following year, both of which went to number one in the UK singles chart.
