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Can we separate the art from the person who made it? Not in the case of a monster like Rolf Harris
I met Harris before his crimes came to light. Even then I sensed his public image was a facade
TL;DR
- The author has generally not been disappointed when meeting admired public figures across various fields.
- A significant disappointment was meeting entertainer Rolf Harris years before his conviction for abuse.
- The author, who idolized Harris as a child, experienced his arrogance and coldness firsthand at a London event.
- Harris's public image as a wholesome children's entertainer masked a sinister persona, later exposed by his crimes.
- The experience prompts reflection on whether art can be separated from the artist, especially in cases of severe misconduct.