On the latest episode of the popular chat show, The Graham Norton Show, the host welcomed an array of big-name celebrities to discuss all things Christmas. The show kicked off with a hilarious cold open featuring Ricky Gervais and an amusing interpretation of Tiny Tim by Al Pacino.
But the real excitement came when Ben Stiller revealed a surprising Christmas gift he would be receiving. It turns out that Ben had mentioned to his wife that he was interested in getting a vintage skateboard, as he used to skateboard as a kid. Little did he know that his wife had actually bought it for him as a surprise. Ben was both excited and surprised by the gift, and it added an extra touch of nostalgia to his holiday season.
Next, Graham turned to Ricky Gervais to discuss his thoughts on Christmas shopping. Ricky admitted that he absolutely hated it, even when he couldn’t afford much before he was famous. He shared a humorous anecdote about one year when he had left his Christmas shopping until the last minute and ended up buying scratch cards for everyone. The reactions ranged from winning to crying, making it an unforgettable experience.
Rebel Wilson, known for her comedic roles, added her own funny twist to the conversation by mentioning her family’s Christmas traditions back in Australia. Their house is filled with beagles, and while the dogs do get presents, Rebel humorously mentioned that they’re not exactly high-quality gifts since the dogs don’t really understand the concept of Christmas.
The discussion then took a more serious turn as Graham asked David Mitchell about his somewhat Grinchy attitude towards Christmas. David explained that he believed Christmas should be about giving to kids or people in need. He saw the exchange of gifts between adults as unnecessary. However, his wife managed to surprise him with a gift despite his previous comments, leaving him feeling a bit guilty.
Rebel Wilson, true to her comedic nature, shared how she had helped herself to some free gifts at the talk show. She cheekily justified it by saying they were free, and it’s hard to resist something that doesn’t cost any money.
As the conversation continued, Rebel mentioned her upcoming trip back to Australia for Christmas. She jokingly expressed her hope that her mom’s place wouldn’t have fleas this year, as her family is involved in professional dog showing and has a lot of beagles. She amusingly criticized her mom for not flea bombing the house before her arrival.
The discussion then turned to Jack Black‘s love for Christmas and his unique tradition of creating miniature Christmas villages. Jack revealed that he actually buys the complete villages from garden centers and sets them up in his house. His Christmas Village, named Nimet, is incredibly detailed, complete with a functioning ice-skating rink and a moving choir.
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson then shared his harrowing experience while shooting a movie about big wave surfing. He recounted a near-death experience in which he got caught in a massive wave for almost a minute. It was a terrifying moment for him, and he couldn’t help but think about the film crew watching from afar while he struggled to stay afloat.
Moving on, Graham asked David Mitchell about his role in the hit TV series EastEnders, which often brings a dark twist to Christmas Day. David explained that the show acts as a reminder that life isn’t always perfect and can sometimes be tough. He believes that watching these storylines unfold on Christmas Day makes people feel better about their own lives.
The conversation then veered towards family and children, with Matt Damon sharing his joy at watching his kids open their presents. He admitted that the acting involved in pretending to like every gift is a significant part of Christmas Day.
The talk show continued with discussions about Christmas traditions in different countries, including Scotland and Sweden. The guests shared their experiences, including Kristen Wiig‘s embarrassing incident with a Kilt video at a wedding and Will Ferrell‘s Scandinavian-style Christmas celebration.
The episode concluded with a lively and jovial atmosphere as the celebrities wished each other a Merry Christmas and shared their excitement for the upcoming holiday season.
Be sure to catch all the festive fun and entertaining discussions on The Graham Norton Show, where celebrities come together to share their unique perspectives on the holiday season.
