BBC viewers were left disgruntled mere minutes into the show when Michael McIntyre introduced an unexpected guest. Lorna Brown, 41, from West Lothian was introduced, who had journeyed to London for a weekend break with her husband Scott, their three children and her parents. Michael informed viewers: "She thinks she's about to check into an AirBnb which we have built here," as he gestured towards a door on stage.
He offered a brief tour of the backstage apartments and hinted at a surprise waiting for her inside a makeshift fridge, which concealed the show's live audience. After a series of playful antics, including Lorna watching Strictly Come Dancing's head judge Shirley Ballas perform a risqué routine with an audience member, she finally opened the fridge door. To Lorna's astonishment, she emerged onto the stage to a thunderous applause from the theatre audience. However, viewers weren't convinced that the surprise star was unaware of her impending appearance on Michael McIntyre's Big Show.
One viewer commented: "I think the unexpected star didnt seem very surprised when she opened the fridge. I think somebody had warned her beforehand. #michaelmcintyresbigshowAnother noted: "She knew.... #michaelmcintyresbigshow. "A third speculated: "She absolutely knew what was happening, she didn't look that surprised, she knew fine #michaelmcintyresbigshow"Another viewer commented on the shock exposure, saying: "This woman absolutely knew what was happening #michaelmcintyresbigshow. "Michael McIntyre himself then confirmed that the lady's family was in the crowd as he probed her about whether she had any inkling she'd be starring on the show. ".
"No, but then I started to think something is going on," the participant admitted. Overwhelmed with emotion, Lorna disclosed her passion for music, revealing she leads a community choir and has been singing since she was eight years old. Her moment in the spotlight resulted in a breathtaking performance - Lorna wowed everyone by delivering Leona Lewis's rendition of Snow Patrol's hit 'Run'. The awe-inspiring act led to a shower of compliments from the audience, as one fan effused: "#michaelmcintyresbigshow belted that out and made it look easy, well done.
"Another admirer shared: "Amazing #MichaelMcIntyresBigShow," and yet another enthused: "Best part of the show - unexpected star. And Lorna, you looked and sounded incredible. Beautiful performance #michaelmcintyresbigshow. "A different viewer exclaimed: "Lorna absolutely killing it on #MichaelMcIntyresBigShow amazing vocal talent!. "Meanwhile, a hopeful spectator suggested: "She's very good. Get her for Eurovision this year! #MichaelMcIntyresBigShow.".
