Amanda Holden can't ignore Royal Variety Performance backlash and issues fierce defence
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Amanda Holden took to Instagram to defend her hosting debut of the Royal Variety Performance after fans had slammed her efforts. The Britain's Got Talent judge took to the stage with best pal Alan Carr as they presented the annual charity bash. However, just moments into their appearance, fans took to Twitter /X to criticise their efforts.
Now, Amanda has defended their efforts and hit back at the criticism despite saying she knows she should "ignore it". She explained both her and Alan "loved every second" of their appearance on a "joyous and successful evening". She then claimed: "All the big shows get battered… Merry Christmas you lovely lot. Our ratings were brilliant so that’s what counts xx".
Her words were met with praise by a number of other famous faces, including Mark Wright and Romesh Ranganathan. Their performance was also defended by actress Victoria Smurfit who wrote: "Take it as proof you were both brilliant!!!!!". Leigh Francis - who is also known as Keith Lemon - also defended his friend, saying: "I didn’t see it but I bet you were both amazing! I’ve seen you together hosting an awards and you were ace!".
The defence comes after the pre-recorded event that took place last month and aired on Sunday was met with criticism online. One fan bluntly let their feelings known, writing on Twitter/X: "Amanda Holden, no thanks #RoyalVarietyPerformance." A second had added: "Dreadful presenters #RoyalVarietyPerformance," while a third person complained: "Well, Alan Carr and Amanda Holden are absolutely dreadful. This opening is so awkward. #RoyalVarietyPerformance.".
