WATCH Parkinson's trickiest interviews
As Michael Parkinson prepares to host his last ever series, we take a look at some of his most memorable chats - and those he'd rather forget... In his 50 years as a broadcaster, Michael Parkinson has interviewed everyone from legends such as Bob Hope and Bette Davis to such modern day icons as David Beckham and Madonna. On Saturday night, Parkinson - or Parky as he's affectionately known - kicks off a new series of his popular chat show, and this one will be his last. The A-listers he has interviewed might admire him for his wealth of experience and laid-back interviewing style - but the veteran broadcast, now 72, hasn't always had an easy ride. CLICK below to look back at some of his most talked-about interviews: VIDEO: Watch Parkinson's interview with Muhammad Ali VIDEO: Watch Parkinson's interview with Peter Sellers VIDEO: Watch Parkinson's interview with Ali G VIDEO: Watch Parkinson's interview with Meg Ryan VIDEO: Watch Parkinson's interview with Rod Hull and Emu
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