Ricky Gervais hits back after critic brands him 'dismissive and arrogant' amid NTA comment

express.co.uk:

Piers Morgan to accept his award.Earlier today, Piers announced he would not be attending the NTAs tonight, where he’s up for the Best Presenter award.The outspoken former Good Morning Britain star took to social media to ask Ricky to pick it up for him if he wins.Piers penned: “Voting’s now closed in the @OfficialNTAs - so thanks to everyone who voted for me.“I won’t be at the show tonight but maybe you could pick up my award for me if I win @rickygervais.“Can’t think of anyone better suited to celebrating free speech!”Alongside the tweet, Piers shared a snap of them together from an old interview.In response, Ricky admitted: “I'll struggle to muster the energy to get up if I win one myself.”The comedian’s Netflix show After Life is up for.