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Peter Kay breaks silence over Lisa Riley ‘weight jibe’ at live show as Emmerdale star issues statement

Peter Kay has addressed the controversy surrounding his recent gig, where he was accused of making a joke about Emmerdale actress Lisa Riley.

Comedian Peter Kay has addressed the controversy surrounding his recent Manchester gig, where he evicted multiple hecklers and was accused of making a weight-related joke about Emmerdale actress Lisa Riley. It divided opinions among fans, with some supporting the comedian’s stance against disruptive audience members and others branding his actions “nasty and bitter”. One of the hecklers, Philip Peters, said he was forcibly removed from the arena after he shouted Kay’s famous catchphrase “Garlic Bread” multiple times.

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