John Cleese, 82, made an appearance on The One Show this evening, revealing a more vulnerable side to the comedian. The actor had to ask presenters to “speak up” as well as losing his train of thought during the show.
John was interviewed on the show by Michelle Ackerley and Jermaine Jenas and was joined by opera star Andre Rieu.
Michelle introduced the pair, then said: “Welcome guys, so much to chat to both of you about.
“It’s so lovely to have you both here on the sofa.”
John interrupted telling Michelle: “You’ll have to speak up, darling.
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Speaking to the Daily Mirror at the time, he said: “[I’m going] increasingly deaf.
“[It’s not a] burden. On the contrary, I find it quite liberating.
“I smile and nod and point at my ears, and am thus released from the duty of taking notice of all the rubbish directed at me.”
The actor and comedian has been open about his health issues in the past having run-ins with cancer during his life.