Actress Elaine Paige at 76: In my head I’m in my 20s

The singer, radio presenter and theatre star chats to Lauren Taylor about loneliness, staying busy and keeping healthy

Elaine Paige and Sir Cliff Richard. PA Picture.

West End legend Elaine Paige may be in her mid-70s but says she feels as young as 25.

“The thing about getting from 40 to 70-something is that you actually don’t feel any different in your head. Sometimes I’m rather childish. Mentally, you always stay young,” says the stage star and singer. “I feel 35 or 40…. 25 maybe! I do know a little bit more now, I’m a bit wiser.