1984: Classic BOY GEORGE interview | Wogan | Classic TV Interview | BBC Archive

Terry Wogan is joined by Boy George (just George to his friends) of Culture Club. The singer speaks forthrightly on a variety of subjects, from the secret to cracking the United States in a British band, to how it feels to be the subject of a moral panic, to the differing receptions they have received in various countries on tour.

Please be warned that this interview is from 1984 and contains themes and language that are of its time.

Originally broadcast 24 March, 1984.

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[jennifersivewright]

I wasn’t a fan at the time. But now I realise he was/is amazing. Intelligent, articulate and uncompromising.

[steevadams]

George was so ahead of his time… and really quite intellectual.. 🥰

[repboy]

If you think about the homophobia in the early 80s uk, Boy George was so brave ahead of his time and also Wogan was very accepting, and people of all ages did love him

[deeliciousplum]

"Talk to somebody before you judge them." Priceless thought during any point in time of this thingy we call life.

[teralmiles]

George is so intelligent and has an answer for everything. Love him!!

[HopeForestLose]

George was brave AF, a quiet subversive. If you knew, you knew. Wogan seems very relaxed here at a time some of the press were near hysterical.

[JF-kvgm]

I always had a lot of time for George...he was eloquent, brave, open-hearted, witty and was pushing the boundaries. The way that he talked about Britain tugged at my heartstrings (I'm an ex-pat). Pre -Brexit Britain was such an amazing source of creativity.

[ivyvines]

I have such an admiration for George. Seems like there are so many folks in the entertainment industry who cannot hold an intelligent conversation during one single program, and George can talk for an hour and be more interesting than most of them put together.

[eightiesmusicfan]

Boy George is an absolute icon! His unique style, powerful voice, and unapologetic authenticity have left an indelible mark on the music industry. From his groundbreaking work with Culture Club to his solo career, he continues to inspire and captivate audiences around the world. His music transcends boundaries and reminds us to embrace our true selves.

[barrycarrigan]

To say he was ahead of his time, would be a total understatment.

[helmutschmidt]

I remember seeing this interview when it was broadcast in 1984. What a breath of fresh air he was. Loved him for that and still do.

[coolmum]

My Mum used to love Boy George, and in the 1980's she was in her 60's.

[jojobaba]

I remember being sat on my living room floor inches from the TV watching top of the pops and I was an 8 year old girl! This vision came on TV singing a reggae song ‘do you really want to hurt me’. My mum and older brothers were there with me and we all thought this beautiful creature was a girl. It took us a while to realise she was a he! We all fell in love with Boy George right then and there! You can’t really explain the impact he had and why he transcended generations because he was so very unique! He was beautiful and talented, Culture Club made great music with George and that’s why everyone loved him…still loves him!! Long live the Queen!! ❤️😉

[JustPlayingBass]

We accept Boy George/George O'Dowd because he is a genuine human being. We reject those that are fake.

[Libaluff]

What a brilliant interview. George takes the spotlight and is so interesting; but Wogan really got this right. You hardly heard him. The best talk show host.

[charlotte]

I didn't know he'd said that about disabled people (I have cerebral palsy myself) I love George with all my heart but after hearing that I love him ever more now! I just love it when somebody like him says stuff like that it just fills my heart!

[nigeljones]

Even all these years later I still think he always gave brilliant intelligent interviews... always speaks nicely

[giovannamoro]

Such an intelligent man ! As i grow older i realize how smart some of these young artists are and how advanced they're compared to their peers.he's also so sweet .

[getmetothegeek]

I didn't know George was so articulate and intelligent if I'm honest. Great interview featuring two legendary wigs.

[labradormcgraw]

Boy George - a true gift to the world. He represents all that's wonderful about difference. ❤