Naga Munchetty reprimands Matt Lucas during BBC Breakfast interview over book promotion rules

express.co.uk December 6, 2024, 09:01 AM UTC

Naga Munchetty scolded comedian Matt Lucas during a BBC Breakfast interview on Friday. Lucas was promoting his new children's book, "The Boy Who Slept Through Christmas," but broke a show rule by showing the book cover. Munchetty reminded Lucas that he was not allowed to promote the book visually. Viewers reacted on social media, with some calling the interview a "car crash" and criticizing the show's rules. Despite the backlash, some fans enjoyed Lucas's appearance and expressed excitement about his book as a Christmas gift for children. BBC Breakfast airs daily at 6am on BBC One.


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