Cat Deeley had a playful yet fiery reaction during a recent segment on This Morning when celebrity chef Donal Skehan exposed her cheeky off-air habit.
The exchange took place during a cooking demonstration, with Donal showing viewers how to make his famous banoffee pie.
However, the focus quickly shifted from the recipe to Cat’s sneaky snack habit, much to her mock outrage.
The light-hearted moment unfolded when Cat and her co-presenter, Ben Shephard, welcomed Donal onto the show.
As the trio began discussing Donal’s upcoming recipe, which featured biscuits and cream,
Cat teasingly remarked, “Donal, you’re in the kitchen with some lovely biscuits and cream.”
Little did she know, Donal was ready to spill the beans on her mischievous behavior before the cameras rolled.
Without skipping a beat, Donal called out Cat for her cheeky indulgence, saying, “Are you going to tell everyone what you just did? She picked up a Biscoff and literally dipped it in and took a big bite. You are a dirtbag.” The remark left Cat stunned in mock horror, and with exaggerated indignation, she stormed off set, declaring, “Bye, bye everybody,” before disappearing from view.
The playful exchange quickly had the studio in stitches, with Ben and Donal laughing heartily at the unexpected turn of events. As the show went to a commercial break, the camera cut to Ben and Donal, still chuckling over Cat’s dramatic exit.
The incident was a lighthearted moment in the otherwise professional setting of This Morning, where Cat and Donal have become well-known for their friendly banter. However, the playful ribbing from Donal sparked a bit of controversy on social media, with some viewers finding the interaction amusing and others considering it a bit too cheeky. Nonetheless, it was clear that the exchange was all in good fun, with the trio continuing to enjoy the moment despite the mock tension.
This playful on-air mishap was a far cry from another, more serious incident that occurred earlier in the month, which had also stirred a lot of buzz. That time, This Morning found itself in hot water after an unexpected appearance by Nigel Farage, the leader of Reform UK. Farage, who had recently returned from the US, joined Ben and Cat on the couch to discuss his experiences, including his time at Donald Trump’s inauguration. His comments about the inauguration sparked backlash from viewers, who expressed their displeasure on social media.
One viewer vented their frustration, saying, “Farage! FFS Why? #thismorning,” while another shared their disbelief with, “Farage. WTF #thismorning.” The irony of Farage’s appearance during Chinese New Year did not escape some viewers either, with one tweeting, “Quite funny seeing a snake with you on TV for Chinese New Year. Quite fitting #snake #farage #thismorning.”
The controversy surrounding Farage’s appearance added fuel to the fire, as the This Morning team faced mixed reactions from their audience. It wasn’t the first time the show had attracted attention for controversial segments, but this particular instance generated significant social media chatter, with many questioning the timing of the guest’s appearance.
Adding to the whirlwind of moments was another unusual segment from Good Morning Britain, which interrupted This Morning’s programming with a bizarre AI-generated video of Gaza. The video, which had been shared by US President Donald Trump, depicted golden statues and AI versions of Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu lounging by a pool, accompanied by a song praising Trump’s influence in Gaza. The surreal nature of the clip left many viewers scratching their heads and further added to the drama surrounding the shows.
Despite the mixed reactions and controversies, This Morning continues to capture the attention of viewers, whether for lighthearted moments like Cat Deeley’s biscuit dip or more serious debates involving political figures. As the show moves forward, it seems that every segment, playful or serious, leaves an impression on the audience.
