Media
Tuesday, 13 March 2007
Kielty's 'gayer' comment sparks complaints
Television presenter Patrick Kielty has sparked complaints after calling a contestant on 'Comic Relief Does Fame Academy' a "big gayer".
Kielty made the comment after BBC Radio 1 DJ Colin Murray became teary-eyed while performing a song on Saturday night.
Three viewers complained to media watchdog Ofcom about the comment and the BBC said that it had also received a "small number" of complaints.
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A BBC spokesperson said: "We received a small number of complaints following Patrick's comment on the show on Saturday night."
"Patrick's comment was spur of the moment, unscripted and not intended to cause offence. However, we have reminded Patrick to be more careful during the remaining live shows."
