George Harrison Interviewed for BBC’s “Fact Or Fantasy?”
Friday 10 April 1970 | George Harrison, Television
On 10 April 1970, amid worldwide reaction to the announcement that The Beatles had effectively come to an end, George Harrison was interviewed by the BBC for their religious television series Fact Or Fantasy?
The interview took place at Apple Corps headquarters in Savile Row, London—the same building from which The Beatles’ final press release was issued that same day.
Focus on Spirituality and Krishna Consciousness
During the interview, Harrison discussed his interest in spirituality with particular emphasis on the Krishna movement, reflecting his increasing dedication to Eastern philosophy at the time.
The conversation formed part of a broader cultural moment in which Harrison’s spiritual identity was becoming increasingly central to his public persona.
Broadcast Context
The programme was later broadcast as part of the BBC’s religious documentary strand under the title Prayer And Meditation.
It featured approximately 11 minutes of Harrison’s interview and was first transmitted on BBC One on 26 April 1970.
The interview stands as one of the key televised documents of Harrison’s spiritual transition during the post-Beatles period.
Apple Corps Headquarters
The interview was recorded within Harrison’s office at Apple Corps, located in the iconic Savile Row headquarters shared by The Beatles’ business operations.
This location was at the centre of the band’s final organisational phase as individual members began to pursue separate paths.
Location
3 Savile Row
London, England, UK
Former Beatles business headquarters
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Also on This Day in Beatles History
10 April is one of the most significant dates in Beatles history. Here's what else happened:
- 10 April 1961 – The Beatles live at the Top Ten Club, Hamburg
- 10 April 1962 – Stuart Sutcliffe, original Beatles bassist, dies in Hamburg
- 10 April 1964 – The Beatles’ Second Album released in the US
- 10 April 1964 – The Beatles filming A Hard Day’s Night at Twickenham
- 10 April 1965 – The Beatles film Top Of The Pops at Riverside Studios
- 10 April 1967 – Paul McCartney records with The Beach Boys
- 10 April 1970 – Paul McCartney announces the Beatles split
- 10 April 1970 – The Beatles’ final Apple press release
- 10 April 1972 – FBI surveillance of John Lennon ordered
- 10 April 2002 – Paul McCartney live at United Center, Chicago
- 10 April 2003 – Paul McCartney live at Manchester MEN Arena
- 10 April 2011 – The Beatles’ first contract goes to auction
- 10 April 2019 – Ringo Starr All-Starr Band live in Amagasaki
FAQ
When was George Harrison interviewed for Fact Or Fantasy?
On 10 April 1970 at Apple Corps in London.
What was the interview about?
Harrison discussed his spiritual beliefs, particularly his interest in Krishna consciousness.
When was it broadcast?
26 April 1970 on BBC One under the title Prayer And Meditation.
Why is this interview significant?
It documents Harrison’s growing spiritual focus during the transition period following The Beatles’ breakup.
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