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Miriam Margolyes addresses controversy over Andi Peters remarks
Actress Miriam Margolyes has addressed controversy surrounding her remarks about television presenter Andi Peters. Margolyes reportedly used a term that was perceived as racist to describe Peters during a segment on the show 'This Morning'. Following backlash, Margolyes stated she was told to 'keep her mouth shut' days before the incident. She has since spoken out to explain her comments, with some reports indicating she caused further offense with an ableist slur while defending her initial remarks. The Independent reported that Margolyes addressed the 'racism row' after the remarks.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
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- Left (2): Daily Mirror, The Independent
- Centre (2): Evening Standard, Metro (UK)