Hugh Skinner: When were you most embarrassed? — FLAPSS

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When were you most embarrassed?

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Hugh Skinner

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Accidentally walking on to set naked for a scene where I wasn’t actually supposed to be naked.

The Q&A, The Guardian, 30 May 2026 source ↗

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Clive Myrie British journalist, newsreader, and presenter

Being called upon by President Bush to ask him a question at a press conference when I wasn’t there. He called my name … and there was no response!

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 8 June 2024 source ↗

Omid Djalili British stand-up comedian and actor

Sending a text meant for my wife to Dara O'Briain by mistake, revealing myself to be a control freak.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 7 August 2010 source ↗

Ed Harris American actor and director

Modelling tuxedos at the Oklahoma State Fair in 1971.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 11 August 2007 source ↗

I’ve pooed myself a couple of times.

Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 11 January 2025 source ↗

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Like nothing’s a problem.

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Everything’s temporary, and how to make aioli.

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Pigeons. One got stuck in my flat once for quite a long time and it really changed how I feel about them.

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Question What thought won't let you sleep? Daily life

People singing in the street.

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Question What disappointment has stayed with you longest? Failure & regret

In the back of my mind I just assumed I’d be in a boyband at some point.

Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 30 May 2026 source ↗

Question What do you believe happens when we die? Death & what remains

I think we’re definitely gone, but I do think people leave traces everywhere from what they did in life, and live on and continue to make an impact through the ripple effect of that.

Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 30 May 2026 source ↗

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