CNA938 Rewind - The Fab Four vs Imelda
In ‘Culture Club’, Melanie Oliveiro speaks to author David Guerrero who wrote “You Won't See Me: When the Beatles Ghosted Imelda”. In it, Guerrero documents the dramatic story of The Beatles’ ill-fated 1966 visit to the Philippines. What began as a strategic tour stop to expand into new markets quickly unravelled after a missed invitation to meet First Lady Imelda Marcos sparked official outrage – turning the Fab Four’s visit into a frightening ordeal marked by hostility and intimidation. Guerrero will highlight key moments of The Beatles’ headline-grabbing visit and the colourful personalities they met along the way.