Monty had a jewellery business before embarking on a career in writing and broadcasting
BBC Two's Gardeners' World presenter Monty Don is one of the best known horticulturalists in the country. But surprisingly, before Monty ever ventured into the world of gardening, his previous career couldn't have been more different.
Family and home life Monty and his wife Sarah Erskine tied the knot back in 1983, meaning the couple have celebrated their milestone 40th anniversary together. The pair met at Cambridge University, and went on to have three children together, Adam, Freya and Tom. The trio are now believed to be in their thirties and have had their own children.
Sadly, following the Wall Street financial crash of 1987, the couple lost everything. In their joint 2004 autobiography The Jewel Garden, Monty opened up about their bankruptcy, remarking that they felt "like lambs to the slaughter" when their fortunes changed, left to sell "every stick of furniture" they owned at Leominster Market.
Sarah recalled: "A bad situation got worse every day. The banks wanted their money and started to bounce our cheques whilst simultaneously adding their charges - and interest on them - to the tally. Of course, it could not go on. Something had to give. As it turned out, that something proved to be our shop, our business, our savings, our furniture - and our home."
Top showbiz news The healer told Monty that the best way to find happiness once more would be to find solace in the natural world, a pursuit that has since blossomed into a very fruitful career. Opening up about his mental health struggles during an interview with the BBC, Monty said: "I have for many years, suffered from depression, which comes and goes but tends to be something that is worse in winter. And, touch wood, it's been much better for the last few years.
日本 最新ニュース, 日本 見出し
Similar News:他のニュース ソースから収集した、これに似たニュース記事を読むこともできます。
Monty Don shares magical photo of his garden where eight of his dogs are buriedThe Gardeners' World icon gave an insight into his grieving process following the loss of his Labrador Nellie
続きを読む »
UK Gardeners Urged To Use This 1 Trick For More Colourful RosesBoil ‘em, mash ‘em, stick ’em in the ground.
続きを読む »
I saved someone’s life - but I don’t deserve to be patted on the backWhile I get to collect awards, I do wonder if that volunteer who signed me up ever knew the impact they would have on just one life, likely far more.
続きを読む »
Lord Mandelson tells Starmer: don’t raise taxes and slash red tape if you win powerTony Blair's business secretary was talking to i's new podcast Labour’s Plan For Power
続きを読む »
Nani claims struggling Man Utd players 'don't keep up' with one teammate'There's no spirit of sacrifice, no fighting spirit.'
続きを読む »
'Disappointed' villagers 'don't want to become a mass of houses with no soul'A local referendum on a new neighbourhood development plan in Woodplumpton, Catforth Eaves and part of Cottam will ask residents for their thoughts
続きを読む »