Danny Dyer calls out ‘classist’ criticism of daughter’s name
msn.comDanny Dyer has spoken out about facing classist bias throughout his time as a public figure. The actor, who left his role on EastEnders at the end of 2022, referred to people mocking his choice to name his daughter, former Love Island star Dani Dyer, after him.
In the interview with The Times, the example of Nigella Lawson’s name being derived from her father, baron and former Tory politician Nigel Lawson, was raised as a similar choice that has not drawn as much critique.
When asked whether the difference in how people perceive this tribute is an example of class bias, Dyer agreed, replying: “I think there is classism. “As soon as I open my mouth I’m judged as thick and poor and not articulate.
I noticed that early doors, but it hasn’t really bothered me. ”Dyer grew up on a council estate in east London’s Custom House neighbourhood.
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