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Rocking on, never reaching the end of life’s tour

Justin Hayward, 61, is the vocalist, lead guitarist and songwriter for the Moody Blues, whose career has now spanned 40 years with album sales of 55m. Hayward joined the Moody Blues in 1966 at the age of 19, when he wrote his most famous song, Nights in White Satin, for the group’s first album, Days of Future Past.

Voice of cricket takes his calling to the stage

Henry Blofeld, 69, known to millions as Blowers, is one of the voices of cricket on BBC Radio’s Test Match Special, on Radio 4 and Radio 5 Live Sports Extra, having joined the programme in 1972.

Smooth transition from spikes to speaks

Roger Black, 42, won a silver medal in the 400-metre race at Atlanta in 1996 and retired from the sport in 1998. He was awarded an MBE in 1992.

My first million: Alvin Hall

“I did not have a plan. I am much more of a free spirit than is evident to most people”

A foot still on the accelerator

Former racing driver Sir Jackie Stewart, 68, won three World Championships when he competed in Formula One between 1965 and 1973

Continuing to live life at a gallop

Richard Dunwoody, 44, three times the champion National Hunt Jockey, was forced to retire in December 1999 due to a neck injury. But Dunwoody is best known for his partnership with Desert Orchid – together they won seven races, including the King George VI chase in 1989 and 1990.

Living very well on the write stuff

Dean Koontz, 62, was born and raised in Pennsylvania. He trained as a teacher of English, while writing at night and weekends.

My first million: Michel Roux Jr

Michel Roux Jr, 47, is chef de cuisine at Le Gavroche, the restaurant opened by his father, Albert, and uncle, Michel in 1967. His first apprenticeship was in Paris under maitre patissier, Hellegouarche.

My first million: Antony Worrall Thompson

Antony Worrall Thompson is well known for his regular TV appearances and restaurants specialising in organic meat, fish and vegetables. He runs six restaurants.

My first million: Peter Jones

Peter Jones is one of Britain’s best-known entrepreneurs. He starts up or invests in businesses in different sectors, ranging from telecommunications, leisure and recruitment to property and e-commerce.

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