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    The Girl in the Spotty Dress: Memories From the 1950s and the Photo That Changed My Life
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    The Girl in the Spotty Dress: Memories From the 1950s and the Photo That Changed My Life

    By Pat Stewart and Veronica Clark

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    When Pat Stewart posed on the railings of Blackpool promenade on a blustery day, little did she know the resulting photograph would become an iconic image of the 20th century. It was also one that would follow her throughout her 56 years in show business. Pat was born to dance. From pulling on a pair of ballet shoes at three, she became a prestigious Tiller Girl at 17, and high-kicked her way from Blackpool Pier to the best (and worst) clubs in the West End. After her mother picked peas in a field to put her only daughter on the stage, Pat went on to perform with and befriend some of the greatest stars of our time, including Laurel and Hardy, The Beverley Sisters, Morecambe and Wise, and many others. Finally retiring from performing herself, she went on to become a showbiz agent, in the process meeting the notorious Kray twins. This is the memoir of a lady who has led an extraordinary life. From being stranded in Africa and dancing for her supper, to suffering from stage fright live on the Benny Hill TV show—Pat has seen it all. Her remarkable story gives a unique insight into what happened behind the scenes when the final curtain fell.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherJohn Blake
    Release dateJan 1, 2016
    ISBN9781786061652
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    The Girl in the Spotty Dress: Memories From the 1950s and the Photo That Changed My Life
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    Pat Stewart

    Mrs. Stewart was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio. She is the ninth child born to Mr. & Mrs. L.C. McKenzie. Mrs. Stewart recalls her childhood as one that was adventurous and loving. “Living in a house with twelve siblings was wonderful! The only thing that I didn’t have to share was my dreams. Everything else was fair game.” She further explained, that her parents taught her, that a struggle was a sign of not giving up, and to pursue every dream until it was fulfilled.    Mrs. Stewart attended Central State University in Wilberforce, Ohio for two years, and later transferred to Dyke College in Cleveland, Ohio where she received her Bachelor’s degree. She is a strong youth advocate in her community and a liaison between students and college recruiters. Mrs. Stewart is a physical education teacher and basketball coach in Texas. She has two beautiful daughters, and is married to the love of her life, Joseph, of 18 years.  

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