The long running and often chaotic TV quiz show Never Mind the Buzzcocks returns for a 27th series in September 2013 and in honour of its return we look back at some of the infamous moments which have helped make it one of the UK’s favourite panel shows.
From the original Marc Lamarr series, through the ‘Amstell years’, to the guest host episodes of recent times, these are the most funny, outrageous or just downright awkward moments of the last 17 years…
#1 Preston storms out
‘The Ordinary Boy’s’ Preston walks out of the show after host Simon Amstell reads from Chantelle’s autobiography.
#2 Paul Foot gets up close and personal with the line-up
Comedian Paul Foot interrogates the line up to try and discover which of the five is Lee from Steps.
#3 Donny Tourette fails at being punk
Obscure punk singer Donny Tourette’s attempts at bringing anarchy to the ‘Buzzcocks’ studio are shot down by the rest of the guests and host Amstell.
#4 Ed Sheeran discusses his sex life
Ginger-haired singer Sheeran reveals a little too much about his sex life and just can’t stop digging.
#5 The late Amy Winehouse gets some advice
An episode with Amy Winehouse turns into an intervention.
#6 Lorraine Kelly goes all dominatrix
Lorraine Kelly guest hosts and the power goes straight to her head.
#7 Dappy ‘s showbiz entrance is soon ruined
N’Dubz’s Dappy makes a low-key entrance and then struggles to recognise the other guests.
#8 Marc Lamarr in traditionally friendly mood
Original host Marc Lamarr is rudely interrupted by a guest who feels the full force of one of his rants.
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