ITV daytime queen Lorraine Kelly has made a surprising revelation about the Duchess of York's notable absence from her popular morning programme. The Scottish presenter confirmed that Sarah Ferguson has not been invited to appear on Lorraine since what many are calling a disastrous interview about her daughter Princess Eugenie's birth.
The controversial moment occurred back in 2021 when Fergie appeared on This Morning and shared intimate details about Eugenie's childbirth that left viewers and royal commentators stunned. Kelly described the interview as "a bit of a car crash" that ultimately led to the Duchess being quietly removed from the show's guest list.
"She Won't Be Back" - Lorraine's Candid Admission
Speaking openly about the situation, Kelly stated: "We haven't had Fergie on, no. I think after that car-crash interview she did on This Morning, she won't be back." The presenter didn't hold back in her assessment of the awkward moment that saw Ferguson discussing her daughter's labour in unexpectedly graphic detail.
The interview in question saw the Duchess revealing how she witnessed Eugenie's birth and even mentioned seeing "the head coming out," comments that sparked immediate backlash from royal watchers who felt the disclosure crossed privacy boundaries.
A Pattern of Controversial Royal Appearances
This isn't the first time Sarah Ferguson has found herself at the centre of media controversy. The Duchess has developed a reputation for making headline-grabbing appearances that often divide public opinion.
Kelly's comments highlight the delicate balance television producers must strike when booking royal guests, particularly those known for their unpredictable nature. The decision to avoid future bookings with Ferguson suggests ITV is taking a more cautious approach to royal interviews following the backlash.
What does this mean for future royal coverage on daytime television? Kelly's admission signals that even popular royals like Fergie aren't immune to being blacklisted when their interviews are deemed to have overstepped acceptable boundaries. It serves as a warning to other royal figures about the expectations of British television audiences when it comes to personal disclosures.
