From Red Carpets to Redemption - Leaving the Hollywood deception
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David Bass once lived the Hollywood dream, working as an interviewer and presenter for ITV, 20th Century Fox, and other notable companies. He attended glamorous parties, went to red-carpet premieres, and rode in luxury cars.
But despite the fame and perks, he felt empty. A lapsed Christian, he realised something was missing.
David joined Madeleine Kerzner to share what life in Hollywood is really like behind the scenes and how it led him back to his faith.
Released on 11 Aug 2025
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