oldie

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"There was no reason why she should have been particularly friendly to me," says Mount, now editor of the Oldie magazine, where he has written about their encounter.

From BBC • Dec. 29, 2021

The news comes as the British royal politely declined the honor of being named "Oldie of the Year" by a British magazine, saying she does not meet "the relevant criteria."

From Fox News • Oct. 20, 2021

The Oldie magazine on Tuesday published the queen’s response to its suggestion that she follow in the footsteps of former recipients, including former Prime Minister John Major, actor Olivia de Havilland and artist David Hockney.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 19, 2021

But broadcaster Gyles Brandreth, the chairman of the awards run by the Oldie Magazine, said they had received a "lovely letter" sending her warmest best wishes but declining the offer.

From Reuters • Oct. 19, 2021

The Oldie of the Year prize honors people of advanced age who have made a special contribution to public life.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 19, 2021