Wyllyotts Theatre to host Q&A with England football legend

On Tuesday, October 8, the Gateshead-born midfielder will share anecdotes from his illustrious 20-year professional career, which lasted from 1978 to 1998.

During that time, Chris played for the likes of Newcastle United, Tottenham, Marseille, Sheffield Wednesday and Sunderland.

The 63-year-old played for England 62 times during his career, and was named 1993 Football Writers Footballer of the Year.

Chris Waddle will answer audience questions during the show. (Image: Shane Rounce on Creative Commons)

In 1987, Chris recorded the song 'Diamond Lights' in a duet with Spurs and England teammate Glenn Hoddle.

The song reached number 12 in the UK Singles Chart, leading to the pair appearing on Top of The Pops.

Chris is now a respected football writer and also a voice on BBC Radio 5 Live.

The event will take place at Wyllyotts Theatre & Cinema on October 8. (Image: Google Maps)

The evening will be hosted by Richard ‘Crackers’ Cracknell - a lifelong spurs fan who began watching the team in 1976.

Crackers is a regular contributor to the award winning ‘Last Word on Spurs’ podcast and a transfer deadline day reporter for TalkSport.

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During the evening there will be an auction and raffle with "some great prizes up for grabs".

There will also be a chance to ask Chris questions and to purchase memorabilia.

Tickets start at £27.50 and can be purchased at www.wyllyottstheatre.co.uk