In a recent episode of the talk show “The Jonathan Ross Show,” actor-turned-comedian Aisling Bea shared a hilarious story that left fellow guest John Malkovich unable to cope. The conversation started off with Jonathan Ross acknowledging Bea’s transition from actor to comedian, expressing his love for her comedy work. Bea mentioned that she had been working as an actor before venturing into comedy, specifically recalling a role she had played in a film where her character’s boobs exploded. Malkovich couldn’t help but interject, asking if it was just one boob or both. Bea cheekily responded that it was just the one, and she considered herself lucky.
The conversation then shifted to Bea’s recent trip to Los Angeles, where she had been looking for acting opportunities. She described the experience as both exciting and challenging, as she went from one casting to another. However, Bea also mentioned that she had managed to create a little community for herself by doing stand-up comedy during the day. The chat took a comedic turn when Malkovich asked if she had a long period before getting bigger pants. Bea humorously revealed that she had only been to one audition in LA and didn’t get the part, which turned out to be for a bank.
Although Bea didn’t score the bank role, the conversation quickly shifted to the success she has been experiencing in her acting career. She recently finished filming a part in a series called “The Fall,” starring alongside Jamie Dornan. Bea expressed her gratitude towards the director and writer for giving her a chance to prove herself as more than just a comedian. She acknowledged that the role she played wasn’t the largest one, but she loved every moment of it.
Ross proceeded to ask Bea about her experience filming “Foreign Bodies” in Malaysia. Bea explained that the show was about a group of gafieira students, and she portrayed a weird character they encountered during their travels. Filming in Malaysia proved to be quite a challenge for Bea, as she considered herself ill-suited for the hot and humid conditions. She humorously described herself as “as Irish as a stove,” unable to handle the jungle climate. She recalled sweating profusely and even having to put cotton wool underneath her boobs to prevent them from perspiring during a sexy scene.
Bea also mentioned that she and her co-stars took time off to enjoy Malaysia, even performing stand-up gigs while they were there. She praised the Malaysian comedy scene, which is relatively new compared to other countries. She found it fascinating to see how the local comedians had their own version of classic stand-up topics, such as airplane food. Bea emphasized the sense of community she found in stand-up, connecting with people from around the world and making new friends in Malaysia.
The conversation took a humorous turn when Ross playfully asked about Bea’s relationship status. Bea quickly shut down any possibility of dating Ross, stating that she was on the show based on her merit and not for romantic endeavors.
Throughout the interview, Bea’s wit and charm were evident, leaving both the audience and fellow guest John Malkovich thoroughly entertained. Given her hilarious anecdotes and effortless comedic timing, it’s no wonder that Bea is gaining recognition in both the acting and comedy worlds. With her ability to captivate audiences and deliver side-splitting performances, Aisling Bea is undoubtedly a rising star in the entertainment industry.
