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Seal goes weak at the knees for… popcorn

He was born to a Brazilian father and a Nigerian mother but when it comes to how he likes his tea, The Voice coach will always be very British.

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What’sI think your my greatest greatest strength? strength is being able to be present with people. What’s your greatest weakness? I’m terribly absent-minded. What scares you? Fear scares me because it’s so destructiv­e. What virtue do you admire most in people? Compassion. What’s one thing about you that would surprise people? I could eat three bags of popcorn in one sitting, no problem. Who is your personal hero? Muhammad Ali. He sacrificed a lot but never gave in to fear. There were times when he was afraid but he never relinquish­ed his position. What’s your most treasured possession? My Leica M camera, because it slows me down. What’s your idea of absolute happiness? Happiness is having healthy, happy kids. What is your greatest achievemen­t? My kids being proud of me. If you could have dinner with two famous people, who would you choose? Rihanna, because I think she’s one of the greatest musical artists of this generation, and Elon Musk [co-founder of Tesla and founder of SpaceX and X.com, now known as PayPal], because he’s shaping the world and our future. If you could do any other job, what would it be? I would want to be a scientist in a field that discovers cures for illnesses. What travel experience is on your bucket list? I keep meaning to go to Cuba because I love taking photos. How do you switch off? For me, it’s mountains – I escape to the mountains. What’s your guilty pleasure? Popcorn. I go weak for it. If you could turn back time, what would you change in your life? I wouldn’t change a thing. Sure, I have regrets but I wouldn’t change anything. It’s all part of it. What would you say is the most British thing about you? I cannot drink tea that has not been made properly. If you were an animal, what would it be? A pug, because they’re adorable! If you were down to your last $20, what would you spend it on? That should be obvious by now: microwavab­le buttered popcorn. How would you like to be remembered? As someone who has inspired people to be the best they could ever be.

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