Sir David Attenborough wanted quiet 100th birthday but jokes ‘many of you had other ideas’

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Sir David Attenborough said he has been ‘completely overwhelmed by birthday greetings’ as he thanked well-wishers ‘most sincerely’ ahead of his 100th birthday tomorrow.

The beloved naturalist said he had hoped to celebrate his centenary ‘quietly’, while conceding that the Great British public had had ‘other ideas’.

Instead, the milestone will be marked with a live event at the Royal Albert Hall featuring music from his programmes, as well as stories and reflections from public figures and leadi...