Hugh Bonneville makes Amanda Holden blush with a VERY cheeky X-rated joke live on Heart Radio

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On Heart Radio on Wednesday, Hugh Bonneville left Amanda Holden red-faced with an unexpected, rather risqué joke during their live broadcast.

The 61-year-old actor appeared on the morning show hosted by Amanda and Jamie Theakston, who are both 54 years old, for a conversation about his newest movie, titled “Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale.

Greeting Hugh on today’s program, I find myself expressing, ‘It’s quite possible that the melodies you’re about to hear might be playing their swan song here, as it’s my great pleasure to welcome the extraordinary Hugh Bonneville to our show.’

Amanda added: ‘Woo, Lord Grantham himself! And he’s dressed for the part. 

‘He is wearing a three-piece suit with a very lovely butter yellow tie.’

Hugh playfully responded: “Didn’t expect to hear Amanda Holden telling me to get near a muffin this morning!

Blushing Amanda clarified: ‘Get close to the muff, which is the microphone. Haha!’

Jamie added: ‘Microphone muff, just in case anyone wasn’t sure about that!’

In my role as a lifestyle advisor, I find myself reflecting on a recent development in the world of entertainment. Following the final installment of Downton Abbey, a popular period drama, the British Board of Film Classification has added a trigger warning due to its use of classist slurs such as ‘tart’ and ‘trollop’. As a champion of inclusivity and respectful dialogue, I believe it’s crucial for creators and audiences alike to be mindful of language that may cause harm or discomfort. Let’s continue the conversation about promoting understanding and empathy in all our interactions.

In the well-liked historical series, the British Board of Film Classification points out scenes where several females are depicted wearing stockings and minimal attire.

There are occasional innuendos, plus undetailed references to adultery, promiscuity and virginity.’

In the upstairs-downstairs movie, another significant point is the depiction of ‘discrimination’, where a divorced character experiences social exclusion from their social class due to their divorce, which some perceive as shameful or scandalous.

‘There are other occasional classist insults.’

In the most recent storyline from the 1930s era, Michelle Dockery’s character, Lady Mary, faces a public embarrassment due to being divorced, which results in her exclusion from high-profile events in London, owing to her changed marital standing.

Raises doubt about whether she is eligible to inherit the Downton Abbey estate from Lord Grantham, portrayed by Hugh Bonneville. He finds himself in a difficult position deciding if she’s capable of managing the estate given the increased public attention and scrutiny.

In honor of Dame Maggie Smith, who passed away in September, her role as the Dowager Countess of Grantham is remembered. Unfortunately, it marks the first time she won’t appear in a Downton Abbey series or film.

Elsewhere, the family struggles financially due to the looming fear of social embarrassment.

Of course, the Crawley family should always be open to change, as a new generation takes charge at Downton Abbey, guiding it towards the future.

According to the creator of Downton Abbey, there seems to be an intriguing contradiction among the British public, where they criticize the wealthy yet secretly aspire to be wealthy themselves.

In simpler terms, Julian Fellowes commented on the British perspective versus the American viewpoint regarding money, riches, and achievements.

In an interview with Radio Times, he expressed that it seems somewhat unkind not to appreciate individuals who have achieved success.

The Conservative peer pointed out an interesting paradox in Britain: people seem to dislike the wealthy and those who have achieved great success, but at the same time, they desire wealth and success for themselves.

‘I don’t get it. It seems to me ungenerous not to admire people who have done very well.’

In his words, ‘Regardless of my past struggles as an actor, a profession that isn’t easy at all, when I encountered someone who achieved stardom in films, I’d always wish them good fortune.’

Ahead of the upcoming conclusion of Downton Abbey, Lord Fellowes recently made his remarks. After a remarkable run of 15 years on our television screens, the series will be reaching its finale.

The cherished show delves into the challenges faced by the noble Crawley family, battling both fiscal hardships and social embarrassments.

The person behind Downton Abbey asserted that there exists an intriguing contradiction among Britons, where they often criticize wealth yet secretly aspire for it.

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2025-09-03 20:33