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13. An Old Flame

Episode 13 of 15

Following the tragedy, Neely spirals out of control and an ex-lover surprises Anne. Stars Madeleine Potter and Susan Jameson.

Following the tragedy, Neely spirals out of control.

Anne gets a visit from an ex-lover...

Three beautiful young women become best friends as they carve out careers in the entertainment industry.

Jacqueline Susann's best selling novel, first published in 1966.

Dramatised by Yvonne Antrobus

Madeleine Potter.............Anne Welles
Neely O'Hara............Barbara Barnes
Dr Hall/Jerry............Harry Myers
Nurse/Operator.........Susan Jameson
Kevin ........................ Kerry Shale
Lyon Burke ................ Jamie Glover

Producer Claire Grove

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in September 2005.

21 days left to listen

15 minutes

Last on

Thu 9 Jul 2026 03:45
BBC Radio 4 Extra

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