Des O'Connor put youthful looks down to eating just one meal a day on 'Des Diet'

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Ageless Des O'Connor often credited his youthful looks to a very strict eating regime which he branded the Des Diet. The entertainment industry is in mourning after the death of the former Take Your Pick favourite this weekend.

In what was known in showbiz circles as the Des Diet, the TV star would eat only one meal every day. He claimed his vitality and youthful demeanour was partly due to his reduced food intake.

He was famed for his age-defying appearance and it was down to his hard work off screen. Sir Cliff Richard and Prince Charles also, it was claimed, had both followed the TV legend's plan.

The diet usually included a light breakfast, skipping lunch and having one main meal in the early evening. Veteran entertainer Des is said