In Richard Williams’ superb retrospective on the late, great Denis Law, he mentions that Denis was an idol of Rod Stewart’s (Denis Law: the balletic superstar who scored with an extrovert’s flourish, 17 January). I remember being a steward at a hugely chaotic Rod Stewart concert in 1972 in Manchester. Halfway through, the music stopped, Denis was brought on stage, and Mr Stewart went down on his knees and bowed before his hero. Denis, in keeping with his quieter off‑field demeanour, looked slightly overcome by the gesture. Having met him myself, I can attest that he was, in private, a warm, friendly and considerate man.
Des Browning
Manchester
• Denis Law was known for his robust use of the English language. Years ago I heard an anecdote from Prof Peter Worsley, then head of the sociology department at Manchester University. He was a big Man United fan and great admirer of Denis. Peter was standing in the urinals at Euston station before returning to Manchester when, to his surprise and delight, Denis arrived to use the adjacent stall. He looked across and said: “And how is Professor Peter Worsley today?” Peter stuttered something appropriate and then asked: “But how do you know me?” Denis replied: “You are still wearing your fucking name badge.”
Diana Woodward
Marsworth, Buckinghamshire
• No matter how many times I have read tributes to the wonderful Denis Law, I have been unable to find any reference to what my late husband, Gerard Campbell, regarded as one of the absolute highlights of his life – the moment when he and his footballing idol stood side by side at a urinal.
Nicky Campbell
Macclesfield, Cheshire
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