This is why Eddie Izzard was in Hastings on Saturday

By Andy Hemsley
Published 4th Sep 2023, 11:33 BST
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Some Hastings residents got a shock on Saturday when film star and comedian Eddie Izzard turned up on their doorstep on Saturday.

Eddie, who is also known as Suzy Izzard, joined Hastings Mayor Margi O’Callaghan on the Labour campaign trail, meeting and chatting with residents.

Cllr O’Callaghan said: “We had some great conversations and chat.”

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Hastings Old Town resident Janie Watson said: “It’s not everyday you get Eddie Izzard at your door.”

Eddie Izzard pictured on the campaign trail with Hastings Mayor Margi O'CallaghanEddie Izzard pictured on the campaign trail with Hastings Mayor Margi O'Callaghan
Eddie Izzard pictured on the campaign trail with Hastings Mayor Margi O'Callaghan

Eddie is from the Hastings area, born and growing up in the Sidley area of Bexhill.