Mad Men: notes from the break roomMad MenMad Men: season four, episode 10Joan and Roger have something to 'deal with', while Don's past comes into question yet againSPOILER ALERT: This blog is for those who are watching season four of Mad Men on BBC4. Don't read on if you haven't seen episode 10 – and if you've seen more of the series, please be aware that many UK viewers will not have done so… Read More...
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‘[Her] sense for fun, matched with her tender heart and deep empathy for others, captures me still’: Michael McQueen with Hailey in 2021.‘[Her] sense for fun, matched with her tender heart and deep empathy for others, captures me still’: Michael McQueen with Hailey in 2021.The moment I knewFamilyMichael McQueen was excited to introduce Hailey to his parents. When Michael’s father died suddenly, just hours before their planned meeting, Hailey took it in her stride Read More...