Viewers quickly rushed to social media to share their reactions with one person admitting the joke left her “somewhat traumatised”, while another was so shocked, they weren’t sure if they had heard her correctly and asked: “Did I imagine that she said that??
One viewer even quickly compared her comment to Greg Wallace’s career ending comments, insinuating that there is a double standard at play: “A pretty near the knuckle innuendo by Victoria Coren at the end.
While some may have been unsure where she was going with the gag, Victoria soon made it clear: “I have so enjoyed watching the big names of BBC Two passing their feathered dependents onto other presenters that I’ve decided to join in myself.” She added: “Tonight, I will eagerly be taking several swallows from Michael Portillo.”.
After referencing an old joke about her rumoured crush on former politician and journalist Michael Portillo, 71, the star, 52, chose to make light of her “secret” affection and made a joke that left viewers with their jaws on the floor due to how crude it came across.
Victoria Coren Mitchell has come under fire for a comment directed at Only Connect contestants, with viewers calling her remarks “rude” and demanding an apology.
