What a Pearly King taught me about Cockney rhyming slang and East London history
1 October 2026 at 14:13
In mother-of-pearl suits, the Pearly Kings used to canvass East London for charity. The most famous one, George Major, died in August. A look back on this larger-than-life figure and the Pearly King tradition.
(Image credit: Tony Kershaw)