This Is Your Life
Broadcast
22nd December 1971
© Thames Television
This Is Your Life originated in the USA, hosted by Ralph Edwards. He brought the format to the BBC in 1955, surprising Eamonn Andrews who was seated in the studio audience. Andrews hosted the BBC version until his switch to ITV in 1964. Thames revived the show in 1969, with Andrews hosting right up until his death in 1987. Les Dawson was twice subjected to the Big Red Book, in 1971 and 1992; that first appearance was recorded just after his appearance on the 1971 Opportunity Knocks All Winners Show.
