Jack Whitehall: What trait do you most dislike in other people? — FLAPSS

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What trait do you most dislike in other people?

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Jack Whitehall

English comedian, actor, presenter and writer

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I dislike dawdlers. When I walk, I do so with purpose. I have no time for people shuffling along.

The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 29 April 2023 source ↗

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People who are proud of their ignorance.

Recorded Vanity Fair, The Proust Questionnaire, Vanity Fair, May 2011 source ↗

Laziness, lack of empathy, lack of humour.

Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 20 December 2025 source ↗

People having really loud conversations on their phones in public places.

Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 23 December 2023 source ↗

Manipulative greed and hate.

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

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Question What is the worst job you have ever had? Craft & work

It’s also one of the best jobs I’ve done, but two hours in, when everyone’s pissed and ignoring you, hosting the Brit awards can be a tough gig.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 29 April 2023 source ↗

Question As a child, what career or life did you imagine for yourself? Identity & self

I was hellbent on being a Thunderbird. I was devastated when my parents finally told me it was a fictional organisation. Ruined my 18th.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 29 April 2023 source ↗

Question What lesson has mattered most in your life? Time & hindsight

Don’t make jokes at the expense of Little Mix. They have an ardent fanbase.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 29 April 2023 source ↗

Question Which trait in yourself do you like least? Identity & self

I’m rabidly indiscreet. If you tell me an embarrassing story, it will probably end up in one of my scripts or standup routines.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 29 April 2023 source ↗

Question What do you fear most? Identity & self

Turning into my father.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 29 April 2023 source ↗

Question What accomplishment matters most to you? Craft & work

Tricking my dad into doing naked yoga.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 29 April 2023 source ↗

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