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Friday, 1 September 2023 11:18

Isla St Clair with the portrait of Larry Grayson

The portrait was unveiled on what would have been Larry Grayson's 100th birthday.

A portrait of Nuneaton comedy legend Larry Grayson has been unveiled at the Town Hall.

The artwork was created to mark what would have been his 100th birthday.

Isla St Clair hosted the TV show The Generation Game with Larry and came to the ceremony to reveal the portrait to the crowds.

Millions of viewers would tune in every Saturday night when he hosted television’s The Generation Game.

The portrait will be displayed in Nuneaton's Town Hall and to further honour Larry, the newest development in Abbey Street is named Grayson Place in homage to him.

Listen to our interview with Isla St Clair here

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