Lorraine Kelly faces backlash today over Ant and Dec ‘hangover’ comment

Viewers at home were not impressed by Lorraine Kelly’s “inappropriate” remark today following Ant McPartlin’s alcohol struggles.

During Monday’s (March 17) show, Lorraine hosted and covered a range of topics, including Netflix’s Adolescence and banning social media for those under 16.

However, it was a quick throwaway comment made about Ant and Dec that rubbed fans up the wrong way.

Lorraine’s remark rubbed viewers up the wrong way (Credit: ITV)

Lorraine sparks complaints with comment today

During the first quarter of the show, Lorraine showed a video of Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly celebrating Newcastle’s Carabao Cup win against Liverpool at Wembley Stadium. The huge moment saw Newcastle United seal their first domestic trophy in 70 years.

Following the short clip, Lorraine remarked: “Can you imagine the hangovers this morning for Ant and Dec?”

“I hope you all celebrate for at least a year,” Lorraine added after detailing the milestone win.

In 2017, Ant opened up about his addiction to alcohol and prescription drugs and checked himself into rehab.

The following year, the TV star was arrested for drink-driving after a collision involving three vehicles in London. He pleaded guilty and was banned from driving for 20 months. Ant was also fined £86k.

As a result, he stepped back from work and checked into rehab again.

Ant and Dec celebrated Newcastle’s winning match against Liverpool (Credit: ITV)

‘Is that an appropriate comment to make?’

While Lorraine likely didn’t mean to cause any offense with her words, the comment raised a few eyebrows for those watching at home.

“After Ant‘s well-documented struggles with alcohol, I highly doubt he’s nursing a hangover this morning,” one user wrote on X.

“‘Can you imagine the hangovers?’ Is that an appropriate comment to make about Ant who’s admitted to alcohol issues?” another person shared.

“He won’t be drinking. He can’t,” a third remarked.

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