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Johnny Vegas on his passion for antiques and art, his ADHD diagnosis – and why his heart is no longer in comedy

If you spot the 42-year-old curly-topped comedian on his usual London running route, don’t be offended if he doesn’t stop for a selfie: he’s lost in a world of Cyndi Lauper bangers