Comedian and Celebrity Juice host Leigh Francis, best known for his alter egos Keith Lemon and Avid Merrion, sustained a facial injury during a recent DJ set. The incident occurred at the Sound Bites festival in Syon Park when an overzealous fan, described as being "overcome with joy," accidentally scratched his face with a long thumbnail.
What Happened?
Francis shared a TikTok video showing a raw scratch across his temple, joking that it "could've been worse" and nearly went into his eye. He later posted a follow-up video in character as Avid Merrion, identifying the fan and referring to the injury as a "war wound."
Past Controversies
The article also references Francis's 2020 apology for "offensive" portrayals of Black people on his early sketch show Bo' Selecta, which led to a period of him keeping a low profile. Despite the injury, Francis maintained his characteristic humour throughout the ordeal.
