A profile of the footballer George Best, whose skills on the pitch brought success to Manchester United, and whose good looks and willingness to move in showbiz circles saw him become a sixties icon. However, years of hard drinking almost cost him his life, he retired from football early, and is now recovering from a major liver operation. With contributions from Michael Parkinson and Bobby Charlton
(60 mins)Programme ID 001AE8C0Broadcast ID 1786468