BBC Breakfast's Charlie Stayt Scolded by Boss Live on Air

Chaotic Interview with Death in Paradise Star

BBC BREAKFAST’s Charlie Stayt found himself in hot water after a live interview with actor Ben Miller turned chaotic. The seasoned presenter, 61, co-hosted Thursday’s programme with Sarah Campbell, standing in for Naga Munchetty. During the interview, Stayt expressed his surprise at the fact that giants cannot swim, sparking a conversation that veered off-topic. Stayt's boss then scolded him live on air for straying from the intended focus of the interview.

Discussing Ben Miller's Books

Stayt and Campbell spoke with Death in Paradise actor Ben Miller about the books he has written during his career. Stayt showed interest in one of Miller's books which featured giants. This prompted the revelation that giants, although mythical, cannot swim in mythology. The interview then took a detour as Stayt questioned why giants couldn't swim, with Miller and Campbell joining the discussion.

Going Off-Topic and Getting Scolded

Stayt's deviation from the planned interview topic resulted in a scolding from the show's boss. She interrupted the conversation and urged Stayt to get back on track. In response, Stayt acknowledged his mistake, telling Miller and Campbell that his editor had informed him that they were going off-topic.

BBC Breakfast and Air Times

BBC Breakfast airs daily from 6am on BBC One and iPlayer.