ITV's Loose Women was thrown into delightful disarray this week when veteran broadcaster Janet Street-Porter let slip a secret she was "not supposed to say" live on air, sending her co-hosts into a fit of panic and laughter.
The moment of unscripted television gold occurred during a discussion about personal secrets and gossip. Janet, known for her forthright opinions, suddenly decided to share a piece of information that was clearly meant to be kept behind the scenes.
'I'm Not Supposed To Say This'
With a mischievous glint in her eye, Janet prefaced her revelation with the classic line that always signals impending drama: "I'm not supposed to say this, but..."
The studio atmosphere instantly shifted. Fellow panellists Denise Welch and Christine Lampard snapped to attention, their expressions a mixture of horror and anticipation. Denise immediately began waving her arms in a desperate attempt to stop Janet, frantically signalling that they were live on television.
Panic On The Panel
The camera cut to a wide shot, capturing the sheer chaos unfolding on the famous orange sofa. Christine Lampard could be seen physically recoiling, her hands flying to her face in a classic gasp of disbelief.
Despite the frantic attempts to silence her, Janet, enjoying the moment immensely, pressed on with her revelation. The exact nature of the secret remained just off-microphone, leaving home viewers tantalisingly in the dark and sparking furious speculation on social media.
Social Media Erupts
Fans of the show quickly took to X (formerly Twitter) to share their reactions. Many praised the moment as "brilliant television" and "exactly why live TV is so unpredictable."
Others expressed frustration at not hearing the full secret, with one viewer commenting: "What did Janet say?! I need to know! The producers better have it on mic!" The incident proved that even after decades on television, Janet Street-Porter remains one of the most unpredictable and entertaining figures on British daytime TV.
The hilarious blunder served as a perfect reminder that in the world of live broadcasting, anything can happen, and it's often these unscripted moments that become must-see TV.
