Brendan O'Carroll has cancelled recordings of the 2026 Christmas and New Year's specials of Mrs Brown's Boys as he requires immediate surgery for fractures in his jaw, the Irish actor and comedian said in a statement.
Festive specials axed
Fans of the BBC sitcom will be affected by the news that the festive specials will not air this year. The cancellation applies to both the Christmas and New Year's specials, which were scheduled for recording.
Statement from Brendan O'Carroll
In a statement, O'Carroll confirmed the need for immediate surgery, leading to the cancellation. No further details about the injury or recovery timeline have been provided.
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