BBC axe Paddy McGuinness comedy as 'it would be insensitive to ex wife'

dailyrecord.co.uk:

Paddy McGuinness's upcoming sitcom named 'Paddy', which draws on his life and divorce, has been cancelled by the BBC due to worries that it might come off as "distasteful and insensitive" toward his ex-wife Christine.

The show, after a trial episode, was on the cusp of being greenlit by the broadcaster, with the 51-year-old comedian and writer starring as himself in a mockumentary spoof exploring a comic's split-up.They even filmed at an Airbnb posing as Paddy's abode, featuring comedian Josh Pugh.

However, sources disclose the BBC now deems involvement in their separation unwise.Paddy and Christine parted ways in July 2022, ending their marriage of 11 years.

They have three children—twins Penelope and Leo, 10, and Felicity, seven. Their divorce settled this summer, yet they continue sharing their £2.5million Cheshire mansion for their kids' well-being.