During an episode of The Graham Norton Show, actor Matt Smith made a memorable appearance. This was his first time on the show since his role as the beloved Doctor Who. The host, Graham Norton, wasted no time teasing him about his absence. Smith defended himself saying he had been keeping busy with other projects, including a fringe play.
Norton acknowledged Doctor Who‘s massive popularity in America and asked Smith if he still gets recognized for his role. Smith admitted that he still gets approached by fans, who sometimes try to engage him in discussions about the science and logic of the show. He shared that when he first got the role, people would shout at him, warning him not to ruin Doctor Who because of his age (he was only 26 at the time).
Moving on from Doctor Who, Norton asked Smith about his favorite childhood toy. Smith recalled receiving a Mega Drive and spending his days in pajamas, enjoying the comfort of the soft fabric. The conversation then shifted to Smith’s family tradition of watching the Doctor Who Christmas Day special. Smith confirmed that his whole family, including his mom, dad, and grandad, gather around to enjoy the festive episode. However, he jokingly mentioned that his sister pretends to be disinterested, even though she secretly enjoys the show.
The topic then turned to Smith’s fashion sense, with Norton bringing up how his sister used to style him. Smith admitted that his sister had a big influence on his early fashion choices. They used to dress up as though they were part of the boy band Blue, with Smith donning pink plastic trousers and little tops. Norton playfully mentioned that Smith probably enjoyed the attention, to which Smith agreed, saying that Christmas is all about family, but it sometimes becomes all about him.
Amidst the light-hearted banter, Norton brought up a rather embarrassing incident involving Smith and an encounter with nature. Smith shared a rather amusing, albeit painful, story about being stung by a wasp in a rather delicate area while engaged in a moment of intimacy. The audience couldn’t help but burst into laughter, applauding Smith’s colorful storytelling.
Norton then decided to engage Smith in a game of football, despite Smith’s back injury. Smith revealed that he used to play football at a high level and even joked about how he could have been a professional if things had worked out differently. However, due to his current injury, he was unable to showcase his skills. Norton attempted to play catch with Smith using a ball, but the toss didn’t go quite as planned, resulting in laughter and applause from the audience.
Overall, Smith’s appearance on The Graham Norton Show was entertaining and filled with laughter. The episode showcased his charisma, humor, and ability to captivate an audience. Fans of Doctor Who were surely delighted to see him back on the talk show, even if his time away had kept him busy with other projects. Smith’s witty anecdotes and playful nature made for an enjoyable interview, reminding viewers why he is such a beloved figure in the entertainment industry.
