Golden Boy: Finding Gavin Henson

BBC Radio Wales

Rugby star Gavin Henson was everywhere. Then he wasn’t. Gareth Rhys Owen wants to speak to him. But what if he doesn’t want to be found?

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2. Blinking Massive
In order to learn more about Gavin Henson's life in the spotlight, Gareth Rhys Owen begins his quest to speak to the man himself by diving back through noughties nostalgia and speaking to journalists who covered him at the beginning of his career to understand why he was so popular and if anyone remains in touch with him.Written and presented by Gareth Rhys Owen Produced by Andrew Richards Mixing and sound design by Meic Parry Commissioned by Bridget Curnow
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1. Fascination
After starring in Wales' 2005 Grand Slam win, Gavin Henson went from rugby player to superstar. He was on the front and back pages of newspapers and magazines, on red carpets, on chat shows, on reality TV; he was everywhere. And then he wasn't. Gareth Rhys Owen wants to speak to him about this time in his life. But what if he doesn't want to be found?Written and presented by Gareth Rhys Owen Produced by Andrew Richards Mixing and sound design by Meic Parry Commissioned by Bridget Curnow
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Introducing Golden Boy: Finding Gavin Henson
Rugby star Gavin Henson was everywhere. Then he wasn’t. Gareth Rhys Owen wants to speak to him about it all. But what if he doesn’t want to be found?
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