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Damian Lewis Reveals Posh Helicopter Ride and Stalker Tale

2/22/2026

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Damian Lewis, the English actor, said in a recent interview that taking a helicopter to Royal Ascot was one of his poshest moments.
He humorously noted he needed thirty-three takes to hit Katherine Waterston (actress) with an hors d’oeuvre during filming.
Lewis recounted a stalker incident that occurred during a West End performance.
He reflected on a brief, unsuccessful job selling overcoats at Burberry.
Lewis said he values advice from actor Tim Pigott-Smith to avoid reading reviews.

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Story summary

Damian Lewis, the English actor, said in a recent interview that taking a helicopter to Royal Ascot was one of his poshest moments.
He humorously noted he needed thirty-three takes to hit Katherine Waterston (actress) with an hors d’oeuvre during filming.
Lewis recounted a stalker incident that occurred during a West End performance.
He reflected on a brief, unsuccessful job selling overcoats at Burberry.
Lewis said he values advice from actor Tim Pigott-Smith to avoid reading reviews.