Norwegian BASE jumper. Claimed the title of the "World's Fastest Flying Human" in 2010. I'm sure if I fell out of a plane 8 miles from the ground, I'd be going at a fair lick too…
The original 'Fergie'. Married to Prince Andrew in the 1980s and an irritant to the Queen as a result. After the divorce in 1996, Fergie has written children's books and made public appearances for various charities.
One of the greatest explorers of the 20th century, who, having undertaken numerous dangerous expeditions over the years, suffered a heart attack in 2003, whilst waiting at Bristol Airport to board an EasyJet flight to Edinburgh.
Award-winning actor, with over 40 years' experience on the big screen. Best known recently for films like 'Erin Brockovich' and TV shows such as 'The Gathering Storm'. Not impartial to good food and drink, and lots of it.
Born 27 April 1944 (Eastbourne, East Sussex, England)
Arguably the most famous weather forecaster in the UK. Famously pilloried after playing down the 'Great Storm' of 1987 in a forecast that evening. Will there be a cold front for Michael this year?
Born 26 October 1956 (Beverly Hills, California, USA)
Actress forever associated with the role of Princess Leia in the original 'Star Wars' trilogy. That outfit she wore in 'Return of the Jedi' lingers in the memory...
BDO world darts champion. He once weighed about 30 stone, but has lost shedloads of weight in the last few years. Before that, according to the Daily Mirror, "a dart attack waiting to happen".
A professional entertainer since the age of 14, 'Brucie' really made his name in the late 1950s as compere of 'Sunday Night At The London Palladium', and went on to become the prominent-chinned presenter of 'The Generation Game' and 'Play Your Cards Right' among other self-consciously cheesy game shows. Now co-presenter of 'Strictly Come Dancing'.
Legendary soul, R&B and gospel singer, with hits including 'Respect', 'Freeway of Love', and the unlikely but successful duet with George Michael of all people, 'I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)'.
Veteran East End gangster, thief, hired hitman, nightclub bouncer etc etc, whose penchant for crime hasn't been matched by a talent for getting away with it, as he has spent a total of 42 years in prison.
Disgraced former President of Peru. Convicted in 2009 of all manner of crimes including embezzlement, human rights violations, murder and kidnapping. And to think we in Britain complain bitterly about MP's expenses!