Golliwog dolls sales soar after BBC racism storm
A MIDLAND shop manager says Golliwog dolls are selling out in the wake of last week’s BBC racism storm.
TV star Carol Thatcher, 53, was suspended by the Beeb earlier this week after comparing a male tennis player to the controversial black dolls.
But Georgie Haywood, manager of The Pied Piper in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, says she is still selling the toys and demand is higher than ever.
“Our customers have all been really supportive and we’re doing a great trade in Gollies,” she said.
“They are collectable but not cheap as they go for anywhere between £38 and £140. We’ve sold at least 10 this week because so many people want them.”
Thatcher, daughter of former Prime Minister Maggie, was crowned Queen of the Jungle three years ago after winning ITV show I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here.
