Nigel Farage has suggested that a Reform activist filmed making racist remarks was an actor, as the party faces a donor exodus and internal chaos. The Reform leader shared a link to Andrew Parker's acting page on X, claiming the situation 'does not add up'. Parker was recorded by Channel 4 News in Clacton using racial slurs against Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and advocating shooting migrants.
Parker confirmed he is a part-time actor but denied being paid to undermine Reform, calling the claims 'total rubbish'. He said he volunteered for the party because he believes in its message and regretted his 'old school' choice of words. The footage also showed other activists making homophobic and sexist remarks.
Channel 4 News defended its journalism, stating it did not pay Parker and met him for the first time at Reform headquarters. Sir Keir Starmer called the comments 'clearly racist' and a test of leadership for Farage. Rishi Sunak likened Farage to those who opposed taking a stand against Nazi Germany in the 1930s.
The controversy has led to a donor exodus, with several major backers withdrawing support. Reform UK's campaign in Clacton, where Farage hopes to become an MP, has descended into disarray just days before the July 4 election.
