David Hockney: A Life in Art
One of Britain's most popular artists David Hockney talked to Katie Razzall about why painting still makes him happy at 87, ahead of the opening of his biggest-ever show.
David Hockney is one of the world's most successful and influential artists of our time. At 11, he wanted to be an artist. At 87, he's still creating new works. Happiest when making 'joyful' art, and always innovating with his iPad, his art has sold for millions.
Ahead of his biggest show ever opening in Paris, the Bradford-born star talked to Katie Razzall about growing old, a recent visit from the King, and his two big loves - smoking and painting.
This film was originally broadcast in April 2025.
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| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Katie Razzall |
| Interviewed Guest | David Hockney |
Broadcasts
- Sat 19 Apr 2025 13:30
- Sun 20 Apr 2025 01:30
- Sun 20 Apr 2025 08:30BBC News Channel except BBC News UK & BBC News UK HD
- Sun 20 Apr 2025 14:30BBC News Channel BBC News UK HD & BBC News UK only
- Sun 20 Apr 2025 20:30BBC News Channel except BBC News UK & BBC News UK HD
- Thu 24 Apr 2025 00:30
Tue 6 May 2025 22:00- Mon 29 Dec 2025 00:30
- Mon 29 Dec 2025 07:30
- Mon 29 Dec 2025 15:30
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