The Salford-born comic told of his nightmare experience presenting the Royal Variety Performance, when he couldn't hear anyone laughing and no royals came – 'not even Prince Andrew'NewsMichael Moran16:00, 22 Mar 2025This article contains affiliate links, which means we will receive commission on any sale of products or services we write. Learn moreReminiscing about his long-cherished dream of hosting the Royal Variety Performance, comedian Jason Manford couldn't quite resist having a sly dig at Prince Andrew.Jason explained to podcast host Vogue Williams that when he finally got his wish, it came under the worst possible circumstances. After appearing in the 2019 show, he was promised a shot at the hosting job the following year: "And of course, 2020 kicks in, pandemic. I still get to do it, but there's no audience."The show was shot under strict lockdown conditions, with no audience present: "I just did it to a bank of 300 TVs. It was like doing a gig in front of Dixons' window."With...
