David Edwards is a Mensa Superbrain and past Mastermind winner who planned his appearance on Who Wants to be a Millionaire? down to the last detail. No wonder he walked away with the top prize, writes Brian LoganMediaGuardian.co.ukIt’s been an extraordinary fortnight for David Edwards. First, on April 10, came his top-prize victory – only the second ever – on ITV’s Who Wants to be a Millionaire? Champagne corks popped; silver banknotes cascaded from the studio sky. Then came the celebratory party – “Nice but wearying”, says the 53 year old – then, inevitably, the tabloid frenzy. “My wife and I were whisked back to a hotel, of the sort which is so posh, they don’t provide you with a kettle. We were about to sit down and take stock, when the phone rang. It was our son, saying, ‘Dad, there’s a Sun reporter hammering at the door.'” The secret was out: two weeks later, producers Celador are still hunting the mole who leaked details of Edwards’ win to the press. Since that triumph, which was broadcast on Saturday, “we haven’t had any time to let what’s happened sink in”, says Edwards’ wife, Vivian. Their Staffordshire village has been invaded by prying journalists. “I’m glad to say,” Vivian adds, “that the pub, the garage and the shop did very well out of them.” As the hacks raked muck, Edwards felt less fortunate. “You think to yourself: there are things I’ve done in my life which I don’t feel particularly proud of, but is there anything that might titillate the average tabloid reader?” Continue reading…
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