Graham Norton has revealed he’s blacklisted a number of “boring” stars from his chat show for not being entertaining enough.
The Irish presenter, 59, has been hosting his eponymous BBC series since 2007.
Speaking recently, Graham revealed that while he would always make room on his sofa for blockbuster movie stars and younger celebrities who may be more nervous, he has over the years assembled a “list” of “mature, middling stars” who he wouldn’t invite back again.
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Graham told the Daily Mail: “It’s not a long list, but it definitely exists.
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“If you’re a big movie star with a very successful film, then we’d have you back on regardless.
“And if you’re a young star — a comedian, actor or singer — then I’d forgive them for being bad the first time round and have them back on because it’s not the easiest thing in the world to be on a chat show and they deserve a second chance.
“But there is definitely a small group of more mature, middling stars who I would NEVER invite back again — although my lips are sealed as to who they are!’
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Graham’s comments follow him being joined on The Graham Norton Show by a plethora of stars on Friday night (October 28).
The host was joined by pop sensation Taylor Swift alongside U2 frontman Bono, Oscar-winning actor Eddie Redmayne and former Strictly Come Dancing star, Alex Scott.
While both Taylor and Bono were in attendance, Lady Blackbird served as the episode’s musical guest.
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Earlier this year, Graham stirred controversy by claiming the UK reaction to the late Queen Elizabeth II’s death was “not rational”.
He also reportedly married his mystery long-term partner in an intimate Irish ceremony last month.
The couple is believed to have tied the knot at Bantry House in West Cork with 120 guests in attendance including Scottish singer Lulu and drag performer Panti Bliss.
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Source: Celebrities - dailystar.co.uk
