Sunday Brunch Host Issues Apology and Rebukes Guest for On-Air Offensive Comment
During a recent live broadcast of the Channel 4 show Sunday Brunch, the hosts were prompted to apologize due to an unexpected comment from a guest. The episode aired on October 19 and featured a mix of culinary discussions, comedy, and musical performances.
Incident Overview
Sunday Brunch hosts Tim Lovejoy and Simon Rimmer engaged with several guests, including actor Nigel Planer and comedian Jenny Eclair. Musical performances by the rock group Feeder added to the entertainment of the morning.
The tone shifted dramatically when Jenny Eclair discussed her current tour, titled Jokes, Jokes, Jokes, Live!. She introduced the concept of punk poetry but stated she could not perform it due to its inappropriate content. Despite her warning, she made an off-color remark that caught everyone off guard.
On-Air Comment and Response
- Jenny declared: “One’s called ts, the other called fanny!”
- Both hosts appeared shocked, covering their faces with their hands.
- Jenny, seemingly unaware of the inappropriateness, apologized with: “Oh I didn’t know that was wrong sorry!”
Tim Lovejoy quickly reacted by saying he would apologize for Jenny’s words. He added, “If you ever ask what you’re allowed to say and the answer is no…” to which he expressed regret for the incident. Jenny then addressed viewers, stating she hoped they were not offended. She warned, “If you are, do not come and see my show.”
Broadcast Details
Sunday Brunch is broadcast every Sunday at 10 am on Channel 4. This recent episode marked a notable moment in the show’s history, highlighting the challenges of live television and guest interactions.
The incident has raised questions regarding live broadcasting standards and guest conduct on television programs.
