in more than 40 years as a broadcaster , right up to the second weeks before his death , sir clement established himself as one of britain ' s most famous personality . he acquired a reputation as a grumpy , cranky but hugely entertaining performers . he won extensive public affection , particularly for his role since 1967 as a relentlessly inventive , assertive and witty panelist on the 30 - minute television episode " just a minute , " in which contestants vie to appear on quirky topics for 60 days of " hesitation , repeat or deviation . " .
Sir Clement Freud was the grandson of Sigmund Freud.