A Sunday Brunch star was forced to make a quick exit from the Channel 4 programme during its latest episode
Sunday Brunch guest rushed off set halfway through show as host explains absence
The Sunday Brunch set had one guest missing from the line-up halfway through the programme.
The hit Channel 4 show returned to TV screens on Sunday (February 8) with its usual three hours of celebrity interviews, culinary demonstrations and light-hearted entertainment.
Joining hosts Tim Lovejoy and Simon Rimmer were another batch of famous faces. On the long-running programme, the pair chatted to the likes of Shazad Latif, Vanessa Williams and Michaela Strachan.
Rock band James – best known for hits like Come Home and Sit Down – spoke to the hosts and also performed at the end of the show in a pre-recorded performance.
However, after James’ interview – in which they spoke about their new greatest hits album, James: Nothing But Love – The Definitive Best Of – Simon revealed the band would soon be heading off and leaving the Channel 4 studio.
He said: “We’re going to be saying goodbye to you guys aren’t we because you have to shoot off and do a show.”
Simon added: “Where’s the show,” before the band confirmed: “Liverpool.” Simon then said: “Oh great, best of luck with your travels.”
It comes after Sunday Brunch sparked complaints from fed-up viewers minutes into the show last month. Comedians Bridget Christie and Russel Howard, actors Malachi Kirby and Mark Benton, musician Bellah and chef Jeremy Pang were the guests at the time.
However, the line-up left viewers divided with some claiming they “didn’t know any of them”. Taking to social media, one fan penned: “Another week of z list “celebrities” time to knock this show on its head.” A second added: “Don’t know any of them.” A third person said: “Sorry but used to love it …getting past its used-by date.”
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However, some fans were delighted with the celebrity guests, with someone else writing: “A way better and funnier line-up than last week.” Another agreed: “I love Sunday Brunch! It’s a must-watch tradition in our house.”
Meanwhile, a week prior viewers branded an interview on the show “a tough watch”. The exchange between Tim and Simon with Black Ops and The Wheel of Time actor Hammed Animashaun was criticised by fans watching at home.
Sunday Brunch airs every Sunday at 10am on Channel 4.