SAIRA Khan has claimed that "Asian culture" has held her back "more than racism" as she heaped praise on Britain for helping her "recognise her potential".
The 50-year-old star opened up about her experiences within the Pakistani culture, with her parents working class immigrants from the South Asian country.
She was born and raised in Derbyshire, and insisted that her biggest obstacle growing up was not racism. The former Loose Women panellist posted a lengthy statement describing her experiences on Instagram today.
Saira, who was raised Muslim, wrote: "As an Asian woman born in this country to immigrant parents, I am proud to be British, grateful for this country helping my parents to help me to recognise and realise my potential. "If I'm.
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