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Engelbert Humperdinck in his younger days
Engelbert Humperdinck in younger days.

Win Humperdinck's signed autobiography

For the first time Leicester very own Engelbert Humperdinck talks about his life. Win a signed copy of his autobiography!


Legendary crooner Engelbert Humperdinck talks about his life, in his own words, from Leicester to Las Vegas for the first time in his autobiography 'What's in a name?'.

He talks to BBC Leicester of how he became one of the best known, best-selling, globally successful singers of all time. Listen to the interview...

Engelbert Humperdinck, celebrating 30 years in the music business, has recorded everything from the most romantic ballads to the platinum-selling theme song "Lesbian Seagull" for the Beavis and Butthead movie.

Did you know?

He changed his stage name from Gerry Dorsey to Engelbert Humperdinck to give him a second shot at fame - it worked!

His new name came from the 1911, century Austrian composer who wrote Hansel & Gretel.

Prize

You have the chance to win a signed copy of Engelbert Humperdinck autobiography 'What's in a name?'

All you have to is make the longest word you can from his name Engelbert Humperdinck.

Important

  • All words must be found in the Oxford English Dictionary.
  • If there are more than one longest word then they will all be put into a hat and the winner will be selected at random.
  • Please read the full competition rules before you enter.


Closing Date:  2004-11-25
Entry Form
Please read the competition rules in detail before you enter.
This competition is open to UK residents only. All entries must be received by 12:00pm on 25 November 2004.
Question:What is the longest word you can make from his name "Engelbert Humperdinck"?
Your answer:
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Prize List:A signed copy of Engelbert Humperdinck's autobiography
The BBC can accept no responsibility or liability for the delivery of the competition prize.

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