“I knew dad was born in Yorkshire and mum was from Mountain Ash.” — Shakin' Stevens Quote

“I knew dad was born in Yorkshire and mum was from Mountain Ash.”

“I always thought it would be nice to have a Christmas number one. If nobody remembers you for the rest of the year, they'll remember you at Christmas.”

“Someone can have a heart attack at any age. That person may only have so much time, so if there's a chance to help people in distress we should take it.”

“When I was 16, we moved to live in Stratford-Upon-Avon. That was the year of Paul Scofield's 'Lear.' I think he is still widely perceived as the only actor who has got his flag at the top of the mountain.”

“When I go outside, I'm like a mountain in public.”

“Being a mountain boy, I have always understood the importance of trees, animals and nature for a human being.”