Alan Carr recently admitted he had a mistaken impression of his close friend and co-star Amanda Holden before they began working together. The comedian, who stars alongside Holden in the BBC series Amanda & Alan's Greek Job, revealed that he initially thought she would be 'high-maintenance' and difficult to work with. However, he quickly discovered that she is 'downright adorable' and one of the most fun people to be around.
The pair have been friends for 20 years and their on-screen chemistry is evident in the show, which sees them renovate a derelict property in Corfu. Carr described Holden as a 'force of nature' with a 'scene-stealing filthy laugh', and praised her for being 'enjoyably sweary and self-deprecating'. The show has been a surprise hit, pulling in 4 million viewers and being hailed as a contender for TV moment of the year.
Holden, for her part, has been trying to matchmake Carr with eligible Greek men, even signing him up for a gay dating app. The duo's friendship is at the heart of the series, which combines travelogue and renovation genres. Carr admitted that he underestimated Holden's humour and warmth, and now considers her one of his closest confidantes.
The series is the fourth in their Mediterranean DIY franchise, following previous stints in Italy and Spain. All profits from the property sales go to Comic Relief and Children in Need. The show has also been credited with boosting tourism in the areas featured.
