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We always knew Manchester’s Chanel show had the potential to create some beautiful friendships, but I didn’t expect to read about Kristen Stewart rubbing shoulders with the bard of Salford, John Cooper Clarke.
The pair were among celebrities invited to a Chanel pre-show party at Salford Lads’ Club last night. If indeed they did meet at the iconic location, I wonder if she asked him for a rendition of Evidently Chickentown?
And if she could understand his accent? I’m sure at least some of that poem translates well in any country. Other celebrities spotted in the city ahead of the Metiers d'Art event included former Manchester United star Jesse Lingard, who was seen entering an exclusive event at Diecast, and former Dr Who star Jenna Coleman, who was also at Salford Lads’ Club.
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