Blackadder’s Ben Elton reveals how Stephen Fry responded to his “few-holds-barred” portrayal in new memoir

Perhaps the reason I’m hesitant to ask this question isn’t because I’m interviewing him remotely from Australia, where he currently resides. (Actually, I find him quite likable – honest, humorous, insightful, self-aware, and kind.) The question actually originated from Larry, a close friend and the publisher of Elton’s new autobiography.

What are embarrassing TV moments in an age where nobody actually gets cancelled and there’s no such thing as bad publicity?

Tom Cruise appeared on Oprah Winfrey’s show in 2005, supposedly to talk about his new movie. However, he used the opportunity to express his feelings for Katie Holmes, whom he would later marry. He excitedly shook Oprah’s shoulders, pumped his fist, and ultimately jumped onto the couch. The audience, and Oprah herself, were stunned. She famously commented, “I’ve never seen you act like this before,” capturing everyone’s surprise.

Wake Up Dead Man cast reveal Knives Out film’s relevance to “scary times” we live in – and who has pitched a return for a sequel

Benoit Blanc’s distinctive accent and refined demeanor, his skill at building suspense while revealing the culprit, his strong sense of justice, and even his impeccable style, all made their debut in Rian Johnson’s 2019 film Knives Out. The movie, which premiered on Netflix, cleverly updated the classic whodunit mysteries of Agatha Christie for a modern American audience.