Kirsty’s question about which character had first resonated with her as a child, saying: “Oh, Fagin. Without question. Jewish and vile. I didn’t know Jews like that then sadly, I do now.”

Despite laughter from the audience, the BBC decided to remove the remarks from the broadcast.

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    3 months ago

    Wait a sec, I always thought she was Jewish herself?

    She is, but being pro-Corbyn and against the war in Gaza, and outspoken, she’s always going to cause broadcasters problems.