GB News Hit by Scandal: Third Host Suspended Over On-Air Slurs
GB News is reeling after Calvin Robinson became the third presenter suspended amid the fallout from Laurence Fox’s shocking on-air rant. The row has sparked furious public backlash, an internal probe, and an Ofcom investigation with over 7,300 complaints filed.
Laurence Fox’s Derogatory Slurs Spark Outrage
The drama exploded during a live broadcast when actor-turned-political-activist Laurence Fox launched insulting attacks against journalist Ava Evans. GB News chief Angelos Frangopoulos branded Fox’s comments “way past the limits of acceptance” and swiftly suspended both Fox and host Dan Wootton over the fiasco.
Calvin Robinson Joins Suspension List, Slams ‘Careerists’
Showing solidarity with Wootton, Calvin Robinson took to social media revealing his own suspension. He blasted “careerist ambitious” colleagues for turning a messy situation even worse, warning their actions could doom the channel’s future.
Apologies and Fallout: Wootton’s Column Axed
- Fox apologised, admitting his remarks were “demeaning” and unrepresentative of his true character.
- Wootton also issued an apology but lost his MailOnline column amid further past conduct controversies.
- Frangopoulos offered a personal apology to Ava Evans and vowed a thorough investigation into the incident and production team.
GB News now faces intense scrutiny over both the initial offensive remarks and their bungled handling. As the scandal unfolds, questions mount over the channel’s ability to balance free speech with respectful, accountable broadcasting.
