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"We are incredibly fortunate to have Jamie Bell taking the role of Tommy Shelby's oldest son, Duke, and to have Charlie Heaton also leading the cast", he added.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

The restaurant is volunteer-run and the oldest members still pay original prices, like $4 for a glass of wine.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Its top player is Liverpool defender Andy Robertson but its oldest is goalkeeper Craig Gordon, at 43 the most senior player in the tournament.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

This mission, dubbed "Liberte 250," highlights France's support for the US insurgents who took on the British crown, making Paris the oldest international ally of Washington.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

I am Helena, the oldest, I reminded myself in the dark of that night.

From "Secrets at Sea" by Richard Peck