Good Morning Britain presenter Ranvir Singh was forced to tell co-host Richard Madeley to not compare Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to "Russian dolls" during the latest episode of the hit ITV show.
On Tuesday's programme (June 21), the presenters spoke briefly about actor Ben Stiller visiting war torn Ukraine and meeting Zelenskyy for the first time.Describing the moment in the studio, journalist Sean Fletcher reminded viewers that the Ukraine president was also an actor and once played a president on television a few years prior.But as he got excited about the pair's union, Richard said: "It's like Russian Dolls."Alarmed by his words but laughing akwardly, Ranvir quickly told him off for using that particular comparison but Richard bit back and said "who cares".Viewers watching the calamity unfold on their screens were quick to pick up on the blunder and headed straight to Twitter to share their views on it.
One person said: "Richard Madeley comparing President Zelensky to Russian Dolls....and then saying 'who cares' on GMB Wow! Ultimate Alan Partridge."Another shocked fan fumed: "Who cares ????
Richard you should both care."A third penned: "Offensive Russian comment. Get him sacked!!!"While a fourth added: "Absolute liability Richard Madley, 'Russian Dolls'.
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