It was 60 years to the day that Thunderbirds first graced the telly in the UK.
Blimey!
A lifetime ago!
And I've just realized that I will have seen it in black and white, missing all those fabulous colours!
An incredible show, one of the most important things I ever watched and there's a direct link between me seeing Thunderbirds and creating this blog 42 years later.
Dee Anderson was on the morning News this morning celebrating the 60 year anniversary of Thunderbirds. She'd brought an original Lady Penelope puppet, spoke about her partnership with Andrew Powell and the prospect of new products such as make-up. Dee handed the presenter a pink box, which I assume is Lady P style make-up set for adults.
The new Thunderbirds exhibition in London at the Museum of Brands was also on the news report. Apparently it's the biggest public display of Thunderbirds toys and collectables in the world including some very rare items, curated by superfan Malcolm Garrett, ex-Duran Duran album cover designer:
Thunderbirds & Space: 1999 – Sci-Fi Toys & Collectables Exhibition | Museum of Brands
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When did Thunderbirds appear in your life and what's your favourite vehicle or episode readers?
