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Leigh Francis finally reveals the real person who inspired his comic alter ego Keith Lemon - leaving Good Morning Britain hosts stunned


The 51-year-old comedian appeared on Good Morning Britain on Thursday and left hosts Susanna Reid and Ed Balls stunned when he explained who the character is inspired by.

The 51-year-old comedian appeared on Good Morning Britain on Thursday and left hosts Susanna Reid and Ed Balls stunned when he explained that the hilariously flamboyant character is actually inspired by his best friend, who has the same name. The 51-year-old comedian appeared on Good Morning Britain on Thursday and left hosts Susanna Reid and Ed Balls stunned when he explained that the hilariously flamboyant character is actually inspired by his best friend, who has the same name The 51-year-old comedian couldn't attend the NTAs on Wednesday night but he was delighted to see legendary TV presenter Davina McCall scoop a Special Recognition award in honour of her lengthy career , after the star helped Leigh to get his big break

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