then, in december, we reunited for a performance on the royal variety show. to be there live, but restrictions meant he could not, but hejoined restrictions meant he could not, but he joined virtually the most emotional and powerful performance. it was a thrill. i came across captain tom at a time when i needed inspiration and a light at the end of the tunnel and i saw tom and i have been privileged to get to know him, as we all have, and he has provided that. he has shown us the strength, dignity, determination, spirit that makes this country so special. he epitomises it and cert tom, i salute you and thank you from the bottom of my heart. —— sir tom. he has not slowed down, magazine covers and setting up his legacy, a charity which aims to help the lonely and people with mental health problems. there one last thing to do, ithink problems. there one last thing to do, i think we should sing a little bit of our song together, are you happy do that? yes. # when you walk through a storm, hold your head up high # and don't be afraid of the dark # at the end of th