I first became involved with Sooty back in 2008. After assisting with the make-up on the Basil Brush TV show, I met Richard Cadell, (through Wink Taylor) who at that time was producing and directing the live Basil Brush shows. Richard asked whether I would like to do his make-up for Sooty's Birthday Party (a special video made for the Sooty Website). I said "yes" and have been involved ever since! It's great to have been a part of the Sooty phenomenon since the revival and to watch it grow has been amazing! Sooty is obviously the star, but I like Sweep and of course Dickie Blazer!