Eric Idle Reflects on George Harrison's Harrowing Attack and Enduring Friendship in The Adam Buxton Podcast

Eric Idle Reflects on George Harrison's Harrowing Attack and Enduring Friendship in The Adam Buxton Podcast

Eric Idle, a member of the Monty Python comedy group, shares his thoughts on the harrowing 1999 attack on George Harrison, a member of The Beatles, in the recent episode of The Adam Buxton Podcast. The bond between Harrison and Idle was strong, with Harrison even supporting Idle's film projects financially. In the podcast, Idle discusses the traumatic incident when an intruder broke into Harrison's home and stabbed him multiple times, leaving him severely injured. The attacker, who was later diagnosed as a paranoid schizophrenic, was found not guilty by reason of insanity and confined to a psychiatric hospital indefinitely. Despite the ordeal, Harrison's faith in Hare Krishna provided some solace during the distressing event. The episode also delves into Idle's relationships with other notable figures like David Bowie and Peter Cook, as well as his reflections on the turbulent 1960s era and the enduring legacy of the iconic song "Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life."