Overview

• David Walliams gave two Nazi salutes during a recording of the BBC’s Would I Lie To You? Christmas special at Pinewood Studios.
• He performed the salutes while actress Helen George was demonstrating a wave from her Strictly Come Dancing tour.
• Host Rob Brydon reprimanded Walliams on set and fellow panellists and audience members reacted with visible discomfort.
• The BBC and production company Banijay UK issued apologies for the offensive gestures and confirmed the segment will not be broadcast.
• Walliams last appeared on television in 2022 after leaving Britain’s Got Talent following leaked derogatory comments about contestants.