Celebrities and cultural figures including a Nobel literature laureate and comedian have voiced their thoughts on the BBC’s impartiality row involving Gary Lineker.
Carol Vorderman Media personality Carol Vorderman, who regularly tweets criticism of the Government, posted several messages using the hashtag #IStandWithGary. Ian Wright Ian Wright has been one of the the most vocal supporters of Lineker, with whom he regularly appears on Match Of The Day. Alan Shearer Former Newcastle and England star Alan Shearer also pulled out of Saturday’s Match Of The Day.
Emily Maitlis Former BBC Newsnight host Emily Maitlis, who was reprimanded by the BBC for retweeting a post from Piers Morgan criticising the Government’s response to the pandemic, said the corporation could face a “bigger battle” following its decision.