Meet Sir Trevor McDonald

Sir Trevor McDonald has had a lifetime of reporting on historic events, but now he's turning the spotlight on himself. He'll be sharing his own story, from his childhood in Trinidad to his rise as a prominent journalist in Britain.

• He'll take the audience behind the headlines, sharing stories of his interviews with world leaders like Nelson Mandela, Muammar Gaddafi, and Saddam Hussein. • Sir Trevor will also reflect on the Windrush scandal and the inauguration of Barack Obama, two events that had a significant impact on his career and personal life. • Beyond his news career, he'll share his passion for cricket, a lifelong interest that has shaped his sense of identity and taken him from the Caribbean to the Oval.

This is a unique opportunity to hear from a man who has lived an exceptional life, with experiences that could only have been lived once. With a career spanning six decades, Sir Trevor McDonald has a wealth of stories to share, and his talk is sure to be engaging and insightful. Tickets and details are available with the button beside this article, so be sure to book your place at The Marlowe Theatre in Canterbury on Thursday, 18 February 2027.