Remembering Ann Widdecombe: In Her Own Words

Following the tragic death of Ann Widdecombe, we wanted to revisit one of our favourite conversations with her and remember the woman we were lucky enough to know.

Ann was unmistakably herself: fiercely independent, formidable, funny and never afraid to say exactly what she thought. She became a much-loved columnist for Best, bringing her razor-sharp wit and wonderfully dry sense of humour to everything she wrote.

In this conversation, Ann reflects on a life lived firmly on her own terms. She talks about why she never regretted being single, the companionship of her beloved cat Aloysius, the faith that shaped her life, caring for her mother, and some of the more unexpected adventures that came her way – from Strictly Come Dancing with Anton Du Beke to Celebrity Big Brother.

There are stories here that make us smile, and moments that feel especially poignant now.

So this week, we’re remembering Ann as we knew her: strong, funny, forthright and completely unforgettable.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Remembering Ann Widdecombe

02:05 Why Ann never regretted being single

02:50 Life with her beloved cat Aloysius

03:35 Ann’s surprising connection to a goat sanctuary

04:15 The animal charity close to her heart

06:34 The importance of faith in Ann’s life