Carly Paoli
Mansfield-born Carly, 32, is an internationally renowned mezzo soprano who topped the classical music chart with her debut album Singing My Dreams
What was your first TV memory?
Watching Art Attack with Neil Buchanan after school. I can still remember the theme tune. Every week he’d do his Big Art Attack, an image on a grand scale, but you could never guess what it was until the end.
Who was your first TV crush?
It was Spike from Buffy The Vampire Slayer – I had a crush on a vampire!
What was your first TV appearance?
That was in Italy when I was about 20. I appeared on Miss Mondo, which was the Italian heat of Miss World. I came on and sang You Raise Me Up. My family were delighted but I think everyone else just wanted to hear the results.
What is your favourite current show?
I’ve been watching The Gilmore Girls all summer. There are plenty of episodes so you can binge watch. It’s sunny and funny. Nice escapism.
Which TV show would you take to a desert island?
The Marvellous Mrs Maisel. I love it, the cinematography, the way she dresses, the music throughout...and the humour too of course. She’s great.
What TV show would you like to put out of its misery?
Come Dine With Me. I used to love watching it when I was at uni, it was my go-to programme, but it’s been running for so long now that it’s lost its magic.
Guiltiest TV pleasure?
I love to watch Highway To Heaven. My mum got me into it. Michael Landon plays an angel. It’s really cheesy, but it always ends well and he’s easy to engage with.
What are you up to at the moment?
I’ve just released my new album, with celebrity guests from across all genres, including Tony Hadley, Elaine Paige, Paul Carrack and Aled Jones, who I hope to be touring with next year.
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