‘She asked me to lie on her feet while she did sit-ups’: your memories of Esther Rantzen

From inspiring careers to treating people to unforgettable curries, the late presenter and campaigner had quite the impact on Guardian readers. Colleagues, admirers and TV show guests share their stories The summer of 1976 held a particularly fond memory for my family.
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