Former television star Michael Barrymore has found himself at the centre of another controversy after being filmed in a furious confrontation with a London shopkeeper. The dramatic incident, captured on camera, shows the 72-year-old entertainer in a heated exchange over a simple packet of cigarettes.
The Spark That Ignited the Fire
The altercation began when Barrymore visited a convenience store in London and a packet of cigarettes fell to the floor. What should have been a minor incident quickly escalated into a full-blown argument, with the former Strike It Lucky host becoming increasingly agitated.
"You're making up new laws now!" Barrymore could be heard shouting at staff members in footage obtained by the Daily Mail. The presenter's voice grew increasingly raised as the situation intensified, drawing attention from other customers and passersby.
A History of Controversy
This latest public incident adds to Barrymore's troubled history since his departure from mainstream television. The once-beloved entertainer, who dominated Saturday night television throughout the 1990s, saw his career collapse following the 2001 death of Stuart Lubbock at his Essex home.
In the newly emerged footage, Barrymore appears frustrated and confrontational, a far cry from the cheerful persona that made him a household name. Shop staff attempted to calm the situation, but the former presenter remained combative throughout the exchange.
Social Media Reaction
Since the video surfaced online, social media users have expressed mixed reactions. Some have criticised Barrymore's behaviour, while others have shown concern for the entertainer's wellbeing.
One Twitter user commented: "Sad to see how far he's fallen. This is heartbreaking to watch." Another remarked: "Nobody deserves to be spoken to like that by a customer, regardless of who they are."
The incident serves as another chapter in the turbulent later years of Barrymore's public life, raising questions about the pressures faced by former celebrities and how they navigate life away from the spotlight.
