Things took a frosty turn during the latest instalment of This Morning as temperatures skyrocket during a tense debate. Presenters Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard were back at the helm on Thursday (June 27) to discuss the latest news headlines with guests Ashley James and LBC radio host Nick Ferrari. Sharing their opinions on topical matters, Ben and Cat later asked the pair on their thoughts regarding celebrities being involved in political matters.
The question was in reference to Rishi Sunak declaring David Tennant as "the problem" amid a spat between MP Kemi Badenoch and the actor over women’s and trans rights. Sharing their thoughts on the matter, both Ashley and Nick agreed that celebs should be allowed to share their thoughts on politics. But the conversation soon turned icy when Ashley mentioned that trans peoples lives are "put at risk" when the government try to "stoke culture wars".
But Nick quickly bit back. He said: "How does that improve the situation? How on earth does that by upping the anti..
." Ashley quickly interjected: "I completely agree with what you're saying, however, I also think you have to be mindful." Seeing things turn tense in the studio, fans at home also chimed in on the debate on whether celebs should be allowed to voice their policitcl opions.
Heading over to X, one viewer said: "Why does Ashley James think it's only their opinion that matters and us mere scum are not allowed to have one." Another penned: "As a female I do not want someone as p.
