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Cool cat Rick Astley nearly had kittens when this budding big cat grabbed his attention
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Cool cat Rick Astley nearly had kittens when this budding big cat grabbed his attention
Cool cat Rick Astley nearly had kittens when this budding big cat grabbed his attention yesterday. And he looked mightily relieved that the lion cub stayed in the safe hands of TV personality Terry Nutkins, manager of Windsor Safari Park. Pop heart-throb Rick, whose first single Never Gonna Give You Up was No 1 in 16 countries, was helping to launch an electric wheelchair fund-raising campaign for handicapped children, backed by entertainment company Mecca and the Variety Club of Great Britain. They all agreed yesterday: Ricks the cats whiskers. August 1988 P017186
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In this print from August 1988, we see the cool and charismatic Rick Astley getting quite the surprise when a young lion cub catches his attention. The budding big cat seems to have taken a liking to the pop heart-throb, leaving him nearly speechless. Luckily for Rick, TV personality Terry Nutkins, manager of Windsor Safari Park, was there to ensure that everything remained under control. At this particular moment, Rick was lending his support to an electric wheelchair fund-raising campaign for handicapped children. This noble cause was backed by entertainment company Mecca and the Variety Club of Great Britain. It is evident in the photograph that Rick felt relieved and grateful as he witnessed the lion cub being safely handled by Terry Nutkins. Renowned for his chart-topping hit "Never Gonna Give You Up" which reached number one in an impressive 16 countries, Rick Astley's star power extended beyond just music. His involvement in philanthropic endeavors showcased his genuine compassion and desire to make a positive impact on society. As everyone gathered around yesterday during this memorable event, it became clear that both humans and animals agreed: Rick truly was the cat's whiskers! This snapshot captures not only a unique encounter between two different worlds but also highlights how celebrities can use their fame for meaningful causes.
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