Fans of The show could be forgiven for thinking they have tuned into the wrong channel tonight (February 28) as the Irish presenter is taking the night off. Stepping into his shoes is who will have an impressive guest list. star Chris Pratt, is in the studio to discuss his new sci-fi comedy drama The Electric State, Saoirse-Monica Jackson of Derry Girls fame will be talking about her upcoming role in the drama series This City is Ours, and comedian Rob Beckett, will be chatting about his new series of panel game Rob Beckett’s Smart TV.
Also on the show is British actor Toby Jones, known for his role as Mr Bates in the real-life ITV drama Mr Bates vs The Post Office while singer-songwriter Rachel Chinouriri will perform her single All I Ever Asked. Viewers have had time to get used to the idea as Graham announced his forthcoming absence and replacement on the January 10 edition of the show.
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Cladia Winkleman is stepping in to host hte Graham Norton show for one night only (Image: BBC)
The 61-year-old is currently down under undertaking his first-ever Australian live tour. The former stand-up comedian will be hosting a series of An Evening with Graham Norton shows.
The format involves him sharing amusing anecdotes and highlights from his career, followed by a Q&A session with the audience.
His busy itinerary for the show features stops in Adelaide, Perth, Brisbane, and Melbourne throughout March.
Claudia was a guest on the show when Graham made the announcement she would be his stand in.
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Graham Norton will be missing from his show hot seat this week (Image: BBC)
After he shared the news she quipped: “I apologise in advance!” She was sharing the sofa on the night with Myles Smith, Tom Hiddleston, Brie Larson, and Billy Porter.
Fans of the show have suggested a temporary name change for the programme in light of the stand-in host.
Some suggested it be dubbed The Claudia Winkleman Show or simply The Queen; however, stills from the programme show, the didn’t take that on board, and The Graham Norton Show branding is intact.
The Graham Norton Show hosted by Claudia Winkleman is on One on Friday, February 28 at 10.40pm