The Graham Norton Show rolls out the red sofa tonight with a newly knighted Sir in the spotlight, as Graham welcomes Idris Elba.
And he is far from the only star dropping by.
Graham returns with another must watch Friday night episode, packing the studio with big names, big stories and plenty of laughs.
Alongside Sir Idris, the Irish chat show favourite is hosting a line up stacked with acting talent, plus a musical performance to finish the night in style.
Graham Norton is welcoming a big line-up to his show tonight including Idris Elba (Credit: BBC)
Here is everything you need to know about The Graham Norton Show tonight, from who is on the sofa to when it starts.
The Graham Norton Show: Who is on?
Graham is joined by none other than Idris Elba tonight, fresh from receiving his Knighthood. Yes, Sir Idris has a nice ring to it.
The actor has had the official letter from King Charles, though the ceremony itself is still to come. He is more than happy to spill the details to Graham.
“I haven’t had the sword on the shoulder yet, but my wife is loving it,” Idris says, laughing. He married model Sabrina in 2019.
He explains the letter nearly passed him by. “It got lost in a pile of post. My agent told me if I didn’t accept it, it would pass me by.
“By the time I found it, I had only two days to decide.”
Idris also jokes about the reason for the honour. “I got it for services to young people and thought, hang on, I’ve been acting for 30 years.
“It is actually a great honour, and my mum is so pleased.”
He will also chat about the upcoming second season of Apple TV thriller Hijack, where he returns as the lead.
Erin Doherty and Martin Freeman
Also squeezing onto the sofa are British stars Erin Doherty and Martin Freeman.
Erin recently wowed viewers in Netflix hit Adolescence, playing child psychologist Briony Ariston.
But her Emmy win for the role came with a family telling off!
She dropped the F-bomb live on stage and her mum was not impressed.
Erin tells Graham, “My mum told me off for swearing.
“I didn’t mean to, but everyone looked so [bleep] stunning. I’ve promised her I won’t do it again!”
Graham with Sir Idris Elba, Erin Doherty, Wunmi Mosaku, Martin Freeman and Olivia Dean (Credit: BBC)
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