Matt Tebbutt Apologizes to Naga Munchetty for ‘Newsreader’ Remark on Saturday Kitchen
Matt Tebbutt, the host of Saturday Kitchen, extended an apology to Naga Munchetty during an episode of BBC Breakfast. This moment occurred on January 17, 2026, while broadcasting live.
Embarrassing Incident on Live Television
During the broadcast, presenters Charlie Stayt and Naga Munchetty were preparing to introduce Tebbutt for a preview of his show. As he spoke, the chef inadvertently made a remark referring to Clive Myrie, a guest newsreader, as “an actual proper newsreader.”
Realizing his mistake, Tebbutt halted mid-sentence and covered his face in embarrassment. The studio reacted audibly to the comment, prompting him to apologize immediately. He exclaimed, “Sorry! I didn’t mean that. We’ve got a newsreader.”
Naga Munchetty’s Quick Response
Naga Munchetty quickly interjected, retorting, “Oh, a newsreader? You’ve got a newsreader, have you? Well, we’re journalists. Good luck with the rest of your programme.” This witty response elicited laughter from the audience. In an attempt to redirect the conversation, Tebbutt said, “Good point, that came out wrong! Today’s guest is newsreader, journalist, and global explorer, Clive Myrie.”
Clive Myrie’s Reactions and Culinary Preferences
Clive Myrie, who is 61 years old and the host of Mastermind, addressed his experience during the segment. He greeted both Naga and Charlie warmly, stating, “I’m very, very well.” Matt then engaged him in a familiar segment where guests share their “food heaven” and “food hell.”
- Food Heaven: Myrie expressed his love for comfort food, particularly during winter.
- Food Hell: Surprisingly, he mentioned his recent aversion to mushrooms, stating, “I used to love them but the last couple of years, I’ve completely gone off them.”
He also shared his preference for avoiding salads in the colder months. The episode highlighted the candid exchanges typical of Saturday Kitchen, which is known for its engaging format.
Broadcast Info
BBC Breakfast airs daily on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Saturday Kitchen is broadcast weekly at 10 AM on the same network.
This incident demonstrates the lively nature of live television and the quick wit that can surface in unexpected situations.
