Television personality Peter Andre has found himself at the centre of an unexpected storm after viewers accused him of 'mocking' a regional accent during his appearance on the popular ITV guessing game, Mystery Singer.
The singer, known for hits like 'Mysterious Girl', adopted a noticeably strong dialect while disguised in an elaborate costume, complete with a flat cap and glasses. His performance, intended to conceal his identity from the panel, instead sparked a wave of criticism on social media platform X (formerly Twitter).
Viewer Outrage and Social Media Reaction
One viewer passionately tweeted, accusing the star of making a 'mockery' of the accent. Others quickly joined the conversation, with comments ranging from 'cringe' to outright condemnation of the act, suggesting it was in poor taste and disrespectful to those who naturally speak with that inflection.
The backlash was swift and pointed, highlighting a growing public sensitivity towards the portrayal and imitation of regional identities on national television.
Andre's Defence: 'It Was All in Good Fun'
In an exclusive conversation with The Mirror, Peter Andre addressed the criticism head-on. The star expressed his surprise at the negative reaction, insisting his intentions were purely light-hearted.
'It was just a bit of fun, completely harmless,' Andre stated, explaining that the accent was part of his character's disguise to baffle the judges. He emphasised that there was no malicious intent behind his performance and that the essence of the show is built on playful deception and entertainment.
Despite his defence, the incident has ignited a broader debate about the line between humorous impersonation and offensive parody within entertainment formats.
