One of the greatest Graham Norton stories ever is the one that Greg Davies shares to Jodie Foster, Russel Crowe and Ryan Gosling about his time as a teacher. An absolute must!
When she says the Scottish accent is classless, she means it's hard for the English to determine if the person speaking is high class or low class. She is not saying the accent isn't classy.
@@marcellop3163 She is only using one accent. That is the only one she is talking about, that very specific accent and tone and manner invokes a helpless harmless person. No one is making broad claims about every type of Scottish accent.
She also has a massive heart and really cares about people. She’s mastered the art of caring immensely about others while simultaneously not caring about what anyone of them thinks of her.
@@LyraDavis she's publicly supported JKR, which is incredibly disrespectful to the trans people Joanne 'advocates' against. So yeah. Miriam doesn't care about trans people. Not misinformation unless she's retracted that support and I've somehow missed it.
I love her! She’s so open…there is literally no affront from what she says. While some might cry racist, Will gets her instantly. No walls up, no anger… just OM Goodness, she’s so honest! It’s impossible not to love her. What a hilarious woman. My only experience with her was the snobby Aunt Prudence on ‘Miss Fishers’ mysteries. Completely opposite from her true self.
Miriam Margolyes is the coolest human ever to walk the earth. The lack of filter, coupled with a huge intellect and sharp wit is unmatched in my opinion. As Stephen Fry states so eloquently “There is no one on earth so wonderful as my darling friend Miriam Margolyes” says it all really. 👏🥳♥️🥰🤩
The UK has fallen. There has been a right wing coup in this country… And nobody noticed. We did not notice because it was years in the making. We did not notice because when it came, it came in a blonde wig and a mask of buffoonery." Miriam Margolyes
Hands down The Graham Norton Show is the BEST talk show, been a huge fan for years. Miriam is FANTASTIC, absolutely love her. People come on talk about what they are promoting for a minute and the rest of the show is crazy stories from his guests!!! THANK YOU BBC America for airing this show in the US.
I remember someday when I was about 17, we were on holiday at my grandmothers house. My mum found some weed in the room were I was sleeping and freaked out. She shouted at me and didn't give me a chance to say anything. My grandmother came into the room, starred at the bag of weed, grabbed it and said "Well honey, calm down, that's mine." After a bit of arguing with my mum (her daughter), my mum had to apologise to me. My mum left the room and my grandmother gave me a little smirk and said "I know it, you know it... We don't need to talk about it. Now give my some of 'my' papers. I have this certain feeling, that you will do the gardening work instead of me and I will have a very relaxed day." 😂😂 RIP granny, I will always love you.❤️ Now my son is 17 and whenever he's doing some stupid things, I try to remember this smirk my granny gave me this day. What I'm trying to say is... When you're older, don't forget that you have been young too. When you're young, no matter what you do... be aware that you are not the first driving down this road 😉
@danganbeg7225 she became an Australian citizen in 2013 because her partner is Australian. She was born in England and spent most of her time there. She and her partner live in the UK, Australia and Italy, so kindly stop clowning
There are several of her appearances that did not make it into the compilation, one of them being a reunion of sorts with Daniel Radcliffe (Harry Potter). Miriam was Professor Sprout in those movies, and watching her embarrass the living hell out of Radcliffe (who clearly adores her anyway) is both hilarious and charming.
You have to realise women the age of miriam have been through the 50s 60s 70s etc, all the iconic times, of music, serial freedom, etc has 'lived' their lives. So respect this woman
Indeed... and we ALL have a lot of stories to tell... (Though none of us, of course, can tell them quite so hilariously brilliantly as dear Miriam.) :-)
Exactly the atmosphere is so different to American talk shows which are much more cringe and uncomfortable this just feels like friends talking with graham.
His guest appearances on The Stephen Colbert Show are great, if you haven't seen them. Stephen was genuinely surprised when he learned Graham's guests are allowed to drink, and are often pissed. On Graham's second appearance, Stephen brings out the booze. I just love that Graham actually allows the guests to talk and tell their stories without interrupting and trying to take the limelight.
@@casperselka671 Graham Norton 8s the best chat show host however America's Jimmy Kimmel is a class act too. He's a very funny and engaging chat show host.
Graham Norton isn't even in the same league as David Letterman. He was the absolute king of late night talk shows. He was funnier and more intelligent than almost every guest, but always reined it in except to set the guest up for their own chance to shine. Nobody else comes close to his wit and charisma.
I worked with her on a tv job and she was so nice and truly funny. She would come into the office for a chat and we literally didn't get any work done while she was there.
I rented a room in a house of the man who ran a theatre she had her one woman show about dickens ..brilliant show ..got to meet her as well . a treasure trove of memories.
Miriam is a lovely person . I've met her and had a lovely talk with . She was so humble when told her that her acting and comedy performances shaped my childhood and teens. When I told her she had been a positive female role model for me growing up at a time when funny women were normally ditzy blondes and there she was intelligent and incredibly funny she was really humble. I would dearly love to meet her again. She is absolutely wonderful.
It might be "overlooked" by people in the US, et al, by people who don't know any better, but I can guarantee you that the people in the UK absolutely know how talented she is - which is really what matters.
We LOVE your Humor!!!! Years and years back I discovered Benny Hill and Mr. Bean!! So kept looking up British Comedians…. I think it’s funnier because you have so many thinking you are all about being polite, a tad formal, and tight lipped! Outside it’s an outside façade to the world!!! Cant think of anyone on Graham Norton’s show that didn’t have me laughing till I had tears running down my face!!!! Love your HUMOR
Ms Margolyes (pronounced Marg-o-liz) is an Oxbridge woman who has acted all the way from her 70s Japanese movie voiceovers to being Prof Sprout in Harry Potter. I remember her in Scorsese's Age of Innocence, for which she got a BAFTA award. She was awareded the OBE too, but also got awards for such works as Little Dorrit, Christmas Carol, Oliver Twist, Wicked, etc. She's probably the most well known Dickensian actress of her generation. Her ancestors were Jews from Tsarist Russia, and lots of her humour is typical of Yiddish kitchen humour. She is greatly loved in her second home, Australia.
She is incredible, I literally wet myself laughing. I only discovered her last year, but love her on Graham Norton the most. I was born in England and living in Australia, which is also her second home with her partner. I wish more people could be like her.....so honest and transparent and so hilarious. Wow!!!
In 2018 she made a series where she went on a road trip of the US. It was called Miriams Big American Adventure, made by BBC TV. In it she toured the States meeting people from all walks of life, with some comedic moments and some less comedic and some poignant. The visit that physically moved her, and was spine chilling, was when she visited a convicted murderer awaiting execution on death row. The interview left her physically moved especially when she walked out of the Prison. Powerful television! BBC at its best. Might be worth a web search to see if it can be seen on line. You will really see another side to her.
Glad you've finally 'met' the utter legend that is Miriam Margolyes! And yes, there are more clips of her on this show. In fact, pretty much anything on the Graham Norton Show is gold - he's probably the top talk show host we have in the UK. All the most famous celebrities love being on it, because he treats the whole thing like a party, where all the guests sit on the sofa together and chat with each other. Graham balances it all perfectly; unlike many other chat show hosts, he's happy to step back and let the guests be the stars, by dropping a (VERY well-researched) nugget of info about each star and then letting them riff on that with all the other guests.
He also mixes the guests well, June Brown and Lady Gaga was a classic Allowing them to drink alcohol has led to some interesting moments like a drunken Mark Wahlberg sitting on Graham's lap or Matt Damon stating "this is the best chat show I've ever been on"
Miriam is a living legend 🙌🏻 when people in the UK talk about ‘dream dinner party guests, dead or alive’ Miriam nearly always shows up on these lists. She’s definitely on mine.
Mariam has been in other shows, she's one of graham Norton's favorite guests. It's worth watching the whole show with will I am. There was alot more they left out
It's so refreshing to see you both thoroughly enjoying our comedy, and mentioning the late great Sean had me sold. I'll be watching more of your video. Thank you!
She states she is not a comedian but she just naturally is. She would be top of my list to have at my dinner table. One of the best actresses out their too. That was a great reaction guys.
My father was involved with the local rep theatre in Edinburgh, and Miriam would sometimes hang out in our house when I was a kid. She made an impression on a young lad, as you might imagine...
It is really interesting watching the change in Will-i-am’s body language with Miriam from the beginning of this through to the end. She won him over💕 I love British comedy. Sending best wishes from Down Under 🇦🇺😎
So true. He wasn't sure what to make of her at the start. He even sat with his body facing away from her. By the end they were best mates and snuggling up to each other - it was so cute to watch them.
I can highly recommend getting Miriams autobiography audio book (she reads it herself) "This Much is True" It's one of the most brutally honest autobiographies you will ever hear/read. She was atually criticisied for disclosing so many secrets of the celebs she has worked with in it. But to the average person that just makes it all the more better.
Graham Norton is the best chat show host. All the guest out together and mixing, it's always great fun and there are loads of great compilations to watch on UA-cam
@@sandgrownun66 Offensive ? How so ? Offensive statements aren’t in the exclusive realm of the “privileged” ? If you are referring to her potty mouth I am sure that there are many entertainment figures Who didn’t go to Oxbridge who also “get away with it”. She had many struggles at Cambridge - particularly with the predominantly male Footlights team which went on to form Monty Python. She learned how easy it was to get ignored and did something about it.
@@mogulmeister OK. So you don't find wishing somebody serious harm and then death to be offensive. In that case, what do you find offensive, if anything? Of course, being offensive isn't only the preserve of the privileged. But if you don't have the right connections, you're more likely to fall foul of the authorities. There have been a couple of cases recently, of comedians having action taken against them. Simply for making jokes, which pale in comparison, to those made by Miss Margoyles. As for her "potty mouth", you obviously don't know the meaning of the term. To enlighten you, it refers to using bad language. Wishing someone severe bodily harm and death in an ad hominem attack, goes far beyond the use of a few generalised swear words. Nobody "struggles" at Cambridge, and anyway, is that an excuse for her reprehensible behaviour, in this case? If you manage to get to Oxford or Cambridge, you've already made it. All the right doors are open and waiting for you. The Footlights is just a side line outside their studies for those who are dramatically inclined.
Long term UK subscriber… first time comment… One of your best reactions gentlemen… thank you. You’re increasingly starting to respond/react just like most of us natives in this one. She is completely world class - and in the UK, whilst she’s a national treasure, we celebrate our stars with a quiet wink and a huge belly laugh. Really glad you found one of our gems and that you clearly enjoyed it! Crack on!! 😊
You've opened up Pandora's box with Miriam Margolyes, she is unfiltered and a welcome distraction from everyday life, everyone should have a gran like her it would scare your parents to leave you with her and her stories
I've just read her book called "This much is true". It's absolutely one of thee best books I have ever read, absolutely brilliant. Bought mine on ebay. Anyone who is a fan of Miriam must read this hilarious book. 😂💜
This made me laugh so so much. I love Miriam and I’ve seen all these interviews before but it was much funnier with these two American guys watching, I can only assume American tv is much more filtered than here in the UK. She is hilariously crude and entertaining but it’s really because she’s posh and educated, most people don’t sound like that here, she is relatable to ordinary people and I think that’s why she is so popular. She is of course, tremendously talented too.
@@gordanau8290 thank you so much for your kind words. This human really appreciates your kindness. Sadly our fur baby died suddenly the day before yesterday and it knocked us all back. I think it’s just one of those things that you can get a cluster of stress/distress followed by calm. I’m really looking forward to the calm. I may watch another MM - she’s outrageous but we do love her and it’s hard not to laugh at how she behaves xx
I agree their reactions are great, rarely do you see Daniel trying to catch his breath (Spence is always. Give me a second!!) Love how they both get her though. Has she been on WILTY cos every story would be true 🤣
Have beeen waiting an eternity for you guys to get round to Miriam - and you didn't disappont! She's a class act and one in a million. Thanks for brightening up my day! 😂😂😂🍻
I have been crying with laughter! I'm Welsh, so British, and I love Miriam! I love that you love her too!! She has the best stories and the best way of telling them. Thank you so much 😊🙏💕
She has no filter, she is witty n funny n intelligent. 😄😄. She has tons of stories and its all so fascinating n funny. She doesn't feel the need to suagr coat n please people. I just love her
You've hit the jackpot with Miriam, she has no filter and is refreshingly open and so funny. I love your reaction to this, yet another rabbit hole for you guys 😊
It's a joy to watch her. An incredibly talented woman who makes today's young people blush with her candor. A breath of fresh air in a society where we lie and pretend all day.
Oh Miriam❤️ I could listen to her for hours! She played Sister Mildred in Call the midwife and she was an absolute joy. This woman needs protecting at all costs!
Miriam is a class act there are so many clips of her on talk shows all over the world just being her. Her book is an eye opener packed with stories, funny and sad unedited of course.
Miriam travelled the outback in Australia a few years ago and met with indigenous aboriginals, including the trans community. She is so well loved even if a little brash
She is one of a kind. I love her so much. They showed a lot of different ones and I was so excited because I knew what was coming nearer the end. I thought, you guys have seen nothing yet! LoL. Mirriam was raised very posh and correct in her English - she is awesome; it can lead to some really funny bits when she is so forward and her stories so outrageous.
This is the third time I’ve watched this reaction and I still think I’ll watch it again I’m sure A most fantastic lady,now she’s over 80 she’s just the same amazing 🌸
Was waiting for the creaming of the knickers to see your reaction, was as expected. The bloke on the far right on the last part was Adam Lambert, he has done a few tours singing with Queen.
Guys Miriam is our UK treasure. Whatever show you watch she is so amazing and fun and true. Miriam never lies she is the truth. Embrace her she is beautiful and fun and great.
Miriam is one of Graham Norton’s best ever guests and everybody knows the show will be good when she is appearing. As is Greg Davies (the tall guy with Miriam and Will.I.am) There are a few collections of his appearances with Graham - another good one to check out
The story of giving the soldier a helping hand, was continued in her book, where she details that just after doing it, she turns round and sees a friend from her university days, and did the same for him.
Can confirm Miriam's Scottish (Glaswegian) accent is 100% accurate & believable. What an absolute character! :) p.s. can also confirm you see some mad sh1t at night in the Meadows in Edinburgh during the Festival!! LOL
Really Worth checking out her appearances in Blackadder as the Spanish Enfanta in Season 1, then as Blackadder 's Religious Extremist Aunt in Season 2 and as Queen Victoria in the Christmas Special, Blackadder's Christmas Carol. She's absolutely hilarious in those. Love her xxx
I've always loved Norton's show, Miriam is just the perfect personality to compliment him and bring out that extra from almost any other guests they have on. I love how it doesn't simply act as an advertising platform for their next film or project - the 'yeh yeh you have another film coming, now onto the stories..'
Everyone loves Miriam she as lots of brilliant stories and everyone is true.what you see is what you get with Miriam I just love her When she’s a guest on anyones show they never know what she’s going to say and I love that.Always enjoy watching her she just brightens your day .So glad you’ve found Miriam .great reaction guys .Love from Denise in Yorkshire England 🏴😂😂🤣🤣👏👏👏👍😘
This is the video of you both i keep coming back to. You're both so genuine and natural - keep ot up! I love how you react and interact with each other. I feel like im sitting in the room with my best friends! Thank you!
She's amazing and somehow i still feel like this compilation did not do her real justice. Watching each interview individually would have truly captured how great she is. I feel the chopping and switching between segments did her a disservice and broke the momentum and energy of each interview. Anyways appreciate the content as always 🙌🏾
Miriam is and for ever will be an national treasure. She's one of the funniest, honest and most wonderful human beings put on this rock. Every interview type show I see her on will always bring a smile to my face or have me in fits of giggles.
Would it be safe to say that you two gentlemen will be watching more episodes of Graham Norton? He’s a blooming legend and his guests are so relaxed and open we get some amazing stories and iconic moments.
Actually, Miriam's surname is pronounced (Mar-go-leez). She is one of the funniest women of all time. Miriam played Professor Sprout in 3 Harry Potter's films, Yentl, Little Shop of Horrors, End of Days and many more. She's one of a kind, special, intelligent, sweet and funny as hell. Love, love, love her!
Love your reaction to our Miriam guys! Especially when you're laughing at the fart joke early on, not yet knowing what Miriam stories are coming next 😆😆😆😆
One of the greatest Graham Norton stories ever is the one that Greg Davies shares to Jodie Foster, Russel Crowe and Ryan Gosling about his time as a teacher. An absolute must!
Ryan Gosling losing it is a must watch, so true 👍
Thats a brilliant story lolol
Agree! It's GOLD 😂
Modern art, at its finest.
Yes!! Never get tired of watching that one. I'm in hysterics every time.
When she says the Scottish accent is classless, she means it's hard for the English to determine if the person speaking is high class or low class. She is not saying the accent isn't classy.
Not true, upper class people in Edinburgh for instance speak in a posh English accent while working class ppl speak with a strong Scottish accent.
@@marcellop3163 She is only using one accent. That is the only one she is talking about, that very specific accent and tone and manner invokes a helpless harmless person. No one is making broad claims about every type of Scottish accent.
as a Glaswegian I assumed that.
Her father came from Glasgow, that accent she uses is from Kelvinside. There are hundreds of different accents in Scotland.
Sounds like an old Highlands & Isles woman, come to Glasgow they don't sound like that, I'll glass ye ya fucker.
Wil I AM and Miriam have become good friends, she visits him in LA whenever she is there and even showed up to his house on one of her travel shows.
I didn't know about that.
It's honestly quite nice that they kept in touch like that
This makes me so happy 😀
It's one of those odd couple friendships like Snoop Dogg and Martha Stewart.
The truth is that you cannot but love her.
yep even on the show you can see that it started off kind of funny and rocky but they got along great.
She also has a massive heart and really cares about people. She’s mastered the art of caring immensely about others while simultaneously not caring about what anyone of them thinks of her.
Well said!! 😁
Brilliant job , well done . A great example to follow ❤
Except trans people, yeah
@@CoRLex-jh5vx nope. Don’t spread misinformation.
@@LyraDavis she's publicly supported JKR, which is incredibly disrespectful to the trans people Joanne 'advocates' against. So yeah. Miriam doesn't care about trans people. Not misinformation unless she's retracted that support and I've somehow missed it.
Miriam Margolyes is a national treasure and we Brits love her.
@@regplate2923 was just about to say that. She can be quite vulgar, crude, loud and obnoxious
@@BlowinFree Yup, perfect description. I can't stand her, which is why I won't watch this video.
She has lived a life !!!
I love her! She’s so open…there is literally no affront from what she says. While some might cry racist, Will gets her instantly. No walls up, no anger… just OM Goodness, she’s so honest! It’s impossible not to love her. What a hilarious woman. My only experience with her was the snobby Aunt Prudence on ‘Miss Fishers’ mysteries. Completely opposite from her true self.
@@geoffos42. Hmmmm, really confused. Hotel doc?
Miriam Margolyes is the coolest human ever to walk the earth. The lack of filter, coupled with a huge intellect and sharp wit is unmatched in my opinion. As Stephen Fry states so eloquently “There is no one on earth so wonderful as my darling friend Miriam Margolyes” says it all really. 👏🥳♥️🥰🤩
I didn't know he had said that. Made them both go up in my estimation, not that they weren't pretty high already.
@@Russ_Keith I think the same....two people I could listen to all day....
The UK has fallen. There has been a right wing coup in this country… And nobody noticed. We did not notice because it was years in the making. We did not notice because when it came, it came in a blonde wig and a mask of buffoonery." Miriam Margolyes
@@Russ_Keith too right
I could listen to her for hours, she engaging hilarious .
Hands down The Graham Norton Show is the BEST talk show, been a huge fan for years. Miriam is FANTASTIC, absolutely love her. People come on talk about what they are promoting for a minute and the rest of the show is crazy stories from his guests!!! THANK YOU BBC America for airing this show in the US.
I remember someday when I was about 17, we were on holiday at my grandmothers house. My mum found some weed in the room were I was sleeping and freaked out. She shouted at me and didn't give me a chance to say anything.
My grandmother came into the room, starred at the bag of weed, grabbed it and said "Well honey, calm down, that's mine."
After a bit of arguing with my mum (her daughter), my mum had to apologise to me.
My mum left the room and my grandmother gave me a little smirk and said "I know it, you know it... We don't need to talk about it. Now give my some of 'my' papers. I have this certain feeling, that you will do the gardening work instead of me and I will have a very relaxed day." 😂😂
RIP granny, I will always love you.❤️
Now my son is 17 and whenever he's doing some stupid things, I try to remember this smirk my granny gave me this day.
What I'm trying to say is... When you're older, don't forget that you have been young too.
When you're young, no matter what you do... be aware that you are not the first driving down this road 😉
Such a sweet story, thanks for sharing.
This is lovely! You have a gift for writing!
@@wmdnw ❤️
English is not my language. Thx a lot for your nice words.
I was blessed with wonderful grandparents too...and now I'm the grandmother...there is just nothing better
That made me tear up. ❤
Woman's got no filter and a huge heart. A true British treasure
and she travels everywhere it is great to follow her and watch her going around.
She's not british. She's Australian.
@danganbeg7225 she became an Australian citizen in 2013 because her partner is Australian. She was born in England and spent most of her time there. She and her partner live in the UK, Australia and Italy, so kindly stop clowning
There are several of her appearances that did not make it into the compilation, one of them being a reunion of sorts with Daniel Radcliffe (Harry Potter). Miriam was Professor Sprout in those movies, and watching her embarrass the living hell out of Radcliffe (who clearly adores her anyway) is both hilarious and charming.
...and the drug bust
When she says... your balls have dropped 😅
You have to realise women the age of miriam have been through the 50s 60s 70s etc, all the iconic times, of music, serial freedom, etc has 'lived' their lives. So respect this woman
Indeed... and we ALL have a lot of stories to tell... (Though none of us, of course, can tell them quite so hilariously brilliantly as dear Miriam.) :-)
Graham Norton is the best late night host ever. He is sarcastic, funny, warm and makes almost everyone feel very comfortable
Exactly the atmosphere is so different to American talk shows which are much more cringe and uncomfortable this just feels like friends talking with graham.
His guest appearances on The Stephen Colbert Show are great, if you haven't seen them. Stephen was genuinely surprised when he learned Graham's guests are allowed to drink, and are often pissed. On Graham's second appearance, Stephen brings out the booze. I just love that Graham actually allows the guests to talk and tell their stories without interrupting and trying to take the limelight.
@@kylegacy yes saw that was very good I think Stephen knows he has a lot to learn from graham
@@casperselka671 Graham Norton 8s the best chat show host however America's Jimmy Kimmel is a class act too. He's a very funny and engaging chat show host.
Graham Norton isn't even in the same league as David Letterman. He was the absolute king of late night talk shows. He was funnier and more intelligent than almost every guest, but always reined it in except to set the guest up for their own chance to shine. Nobody else comes close to his wit and charisma.
I worked with her on a tv job and she was so nice and truly funny. She would come into the office for a chat and we literally didn't get any work done while she was there.
You’re so lucky! I would love to meet her and have a chat.
were you a painter on the set by any chance?
With or without the flatulence?!
I rented a room in a house of the man who ran a theatre she had her one woman show about dickens ..brilliant show ..got to meet her as well . a treasure trove of memories.
@@jagwolf8079 lol no but that would be a story!
Miriam is a lovely person .
I've met her and had a lovely talk with .
She was so humble when told her that her acting and comedy performances shaped my childhood and teens.
When I told her she had been a positive female role model for me growing up at a time when funny women were normally ditzy blondes and there she was intelligent and incredibly funny she was really humble.
I would dearly love to meet her again.
She is absolutely wonderful.
She is so funny being interviewed it's often overlooked that she is a phenomenally talented actress
It might be "overlooked" by people in the US, et al, by people who don't know any better, but I can guarantee you that the people in the UK absolutely know how talented she is - which is really what matters.
She is my absolute hero. Perfect human being. Kind, clever, formidable, crude and unrepentant!
She is a one off, the best guest any chatshow host could have. Unfiltered, could listen to Mirriam allday very honest n funny.
So glad you found Miriam, she's definitely one of a kind. I occasionally binge watch her on UA-cam when I need cheering up. Knew you'd love her.
Our beloved miriam knows exactly what she is doing. Very intelligent woman. We love her.
Miriam appeared quite frequently on the Graham Norton show. Every episode was hilarious
Will is so cool. I love watching Americans being shocked by the bluntness of the British sense of humour.
We LOVE your Humor!!!! Years and years back I discovered Benny Hill and Mr. Bean!! So kept looking up British Comedians…. I think it’s funnier because you have so many thinking you are all about being polite, a tad formal, and tight lipped! Outside it’s an outside façade to the world!!!
Cant think of anyone on Graham Norton’s show that didn’t have me laughing till I had tears running down my face!!!!
Love your HUMOR
@@mattg56 I didn't hear her give an opinion. She just told stories. Each to their own I guess.
Ms Margolyes (pronounced Marg-o-liz) is an Oxbridge woman who has acted all the way from her 70s Japanese movie voiceovers to being Prof Sprout in Harry Potter. I remember her in Scorsese's Age of Innocence, for which she got a BAFTA award. She was awareded the OBE too, but also got awards for such works as Little Dorrit, Christmas Carol, Oliver Twist, Wicked, etc. She's probably the most well known Dickensian actress of her generation. Her ancestors were Jews from Tsarist Russia, and lots of her humour is typical of Yiddish kitchen humour. She is greatly loved in her second home, Australia.
and in Blackadder
I would say “Margo-leez”
Leez not Liz, she’s very strict about that.
And us Aussies are very happy to have her.
she was at Cambridge.
One of the funniest episode of Graham Norton is the one with Matt Damon, Bill Murray and Hugh Bonneville😂😂😂 I higly recommend reacting to that one😊😊
Bloody amazing that is!! Good
rec
Best chat show ever and one of the greatest episodes so funny
She is incredible, I literally wet myself laughing. I only discovered her last year, but love her on Graham Norton the most. I was born in England and living in Australia, which is also her second home with her partner. I wish more people could be like her.....so honest and transparent and so hilarious. Wow!!!
She was in Harry Potter.
No one else has the nerve to do the things she's done. Or parents are alive and might hear it.
In 2018 she made a series where she went on a road trip of the US. It was called Miriams Big American Adventure, made by BBC TV.
In it she toured the States meeting people from all walks of life, with some comedic moments and some less comedic and some poignant. The visit that physically moved her, and was spine chilling, was when she visited a convicted murderer awaiting execution on death row. The interview left her physically moved especially when she walked out of the Prison. Powerful television! BBC at its best. Might be worth a web search to see if it can be seen on line. You will really see another side to her.
Def going to watch that. Ty !!
My Wife got me her Autobiography for Christmas, these stories are the tip of the tip of the iceberg. Miriam is amazing.
Glad you've finally 'met' the utter legend that is Miriam Margolyes! And yes, there are more clips of her on this show. In fact, pretty much anything on the Graham Norton Show is gold - he's probably the top talk show host we have in the UK. All the most famous celebrities love being on it, because he treats the whole thing like a party, where all the guests sit on the sofa together and chat with each other. Graham balances it all perfectly; unlike many other chat show hosts, he's happy to step back and let the guests be the stars, by dropping a (VERY well-researched) nugget of info about each star and then letting them riff on that with all the other guests.
I'd say he was the best anywhere in the world. I'm from Australia and his is the only celebrity talk show I like!
He is a one of a kind tv host interviewer, possibly the best on the planet at the moment.
He makes me proud to be Irish ..... he's a legend!!
@@pauline8987 Indeed. He's a great Irish broadcaster.
He also mixes the guests well, June Brown and Lady Gaga was a classic
Allowing them to drink alcohol has led to some interesting moments like a drunken Mark Wahlberg sitting on Graham's lap or Matt Damon stating "this is the best chat show I've ever been on"
Miriam is a living legend 🙌🏻 when people in the UK talk about ‘dream dinner party guests, dead or alive’ Miriam nearly always shows up on these lists. She’s definitely on mine.
Mariam has been in other shows, she's one of graham Norton's favorite guests. It's worth watching the whole show with will I am. There was alot more they left out
It's so refreshing to see you both thoroughly enjoying our comedy, and mentioning the late great Sean had me sold. I'll be watching more of your video. Thank you!
Maggie Smith was indeed the Reverend Mother in Sister Act and Sister Act 2. She's had an illustrious, legendary career both onstage and on-screen.
Not to forget, two time Oscar winning actress…
She states she is not a comedian but she just naturally is. She would be top of my list to have at my dinner table. One of the best actresses out their too. That was a great reaction guys.
My father was involved with the local rep theatre in Edinburgh, and Miriam would sometimes hang out in our house when I was a kid. She made an impression on a young lad, as you might imagine...
So lucky
It is really interesting watching the change in Will-i-am’s body language with Miriam from the beginning of this through to the end. She won him over💕 I love British comedy. Sending best wishes from Down Under 🇦🇺😎
So true. He wasn't sure what to make of her at the start. He even sat with his body facing away from her. By the end they were best mates and snuggling up to each other - it was so cute to watch them.
Som people just never get old. She’s childlike, but never childish, too intelligent.
I can highly recommend getting Miriams autobiography audio book (she reads it herself) "This Much is True" It's one of the most brutally honest autobiographies you will ever hear/read. She was atually criticisied for disclosing so many secrets of the celebs she has worked with in it. But to the average person that just makes it all the more better.
I’ve just listened to it, she has lived a very full life and her best life.
My mum has been recommending her book for a while. I might have to give the audio book a go!
All the better. The "more" is superfluous. Just saying
Thanks for the heads up Tass, think I'll order it x
I've got it so funny and honest
Graham Norton is the best chat show host. All the guest out together and mixing, it's always great fun and there are loads of great compilations to watch on UA-cam
Miriyam is absolutely bonkers - no holds barred 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Does that include when she stated that she wanted Boris Johnson castrated and then dead?
Uninhibited yes, bonkers no. She’s Oxbridge educated and has a sharp mind with lots of intellectual hinterland.
@@mogulmeister And the ability to make offensive public statements. However, because she's privileged, she can get away with it.
@@sandgrownun66 Offensive ? How so ? Offensive statements aren’t in the exclusive realm of the “privileged” ? If you are referring to her potty mouth I am sure that there are many entertainment figures
Who didn’t go to Oxbridge who also “get away with it”. She had many struggles at Cambridge - particularly with the predominantly male Footlights team which went on to form Monty Python. She learned how easy it was to get ignored and did something about it.
@@mogulmeister OK. So you don't find wishing somebody serious harm and then death to be offensive. In that case, what do you find offensive, if anything?
Of course, being offensive isn't only the preserve of the privileged. But if you don't have the right connections, you're more likely to fall foul of the authorities. There have been a couple of cases recently, of comedians having action taken against them. Simply for making jokes, which pale in comparison, to those made by Miss Margoyles.
As for her "potty mouth", you obviously don't know the meaning of the term. To enlighten you, it refers to using bad language. Wishing someone severe bodily harm and death in an ad hominem attack, goes far beyond the use of a few generalised swear words.
Nobody "struggles" at Cambridge, and anyway, is that an excuse for her reprehensible behaviour, in this case? If you manage to get to Oxford or Cambridge, you've already made it. All the right doors are open and waiting for you. The Footlights is just a side line outside their studies for those who are dramatically inclined.
Miriam’s a treasure. She lives down here in Australia now and we’re so happy to have her
Long term UK subscriber… first time comment…
One of your best reactions gentlemen… thank you. You’re increasingly starting to respond/react just like most of us natives in this one.
She is completely world class - and in the UK, whilst she’s a national treasure, we celebrate our stars with a quiet wink and a huge belly laugh.
Really glad you found one of our gems and that you clearly enjoyed it!
Crack on!! 😊
You've opened up Pandora's box with Miriam Margolyes, she is unfiltered and a welcome distraction from everyday life, everyone should have a gran like her it would scare your parents to leave you with her and her stories
Her name isn't Pandora.
@@fintonmainz7845 Ah, I see what you did there.
One of a few people you wish she lived for a 1000 years. Phenomenal entertainer.
I've just read her book called "This much is true". It's absolutely one of thee best books I have ever read, absolutely brilliant. Bought mine on ebay. Anyone who is a fan of Miriam must read this hilarious book. 😂💜
maggie smith was the mother superior in sister act, i love this video, well done guys, cant wait for the next one xx
Crying with laughter😂😂imagine sitting Bob Mortimer and Miriam together for a chat😂😂😂🫶🏽
This made me laugh so so much. I love Miriam and I’ve seen all these interviews before but it was much funnier with these two American guys watching, I can only assume American tv is much more filtered than here in the UK. She is hilariously crude and entertaining but it’s really because she’s posh and educated, most people don’t sound like that here, she is relatable to ordinary people and I think that’s why she is so popular. She is of course, tremendously talented too.
Love this lady. Ya can't beat British humour. Did I ever need this today. Crying with laughter.
After a rough few days I’ve watched this and cried with laughter. Miriam is amazing but I loved your reactions too.
Oh laughter is the best medicine x
Hope you are on your way up after those rough few days. One stranger to another.
@@gordanau8290 thank you so much for your kind words. This human really appreciates your kindness.
Sadly our fur baby died suddenly the day before yesterday and it knocked us all back. I think it’s just one of those things that you can get a cluster of stress/distress followed by calm. I’m really looking forward to the calm. I may watch another MM - she’s outrageous but we do love her and it’s hard not to laugh at how she behaves xx
I agree their reactions are great, rarely do you see Daniel trying to catch his breath (Spence is always. Give me a second!!) Love how they both get her though. Has she been on WILTY cos every story would be true 🤣
Imagine Miriam and Bob Mortimer together , that would be a time you would seriously die laughing 😂
OMG, I hope someone finds such a collection!
Have beeen waiting an eternity for you guys to get round to Miriam - and you didn't disappont! She's a class act and one in a million. Thanks for brightening up my day! 😂😂😂🍻
I have been crying with laughter! I'm Welsh, so British, and I love Miriam! I love that you love her too!! She has the best stories and the best way of telling them. Thank you so much 😊🙏💕
Saw her last week at a live show in our local theatre, honestly she is phenomenal and so funny
She has no filter, she is witty n funny n intelligent. 😄😄. She has tons of stories and its all so fascinating n funny. She doesn't feel the need to suagr coat n please people. I just love her
You've hit the jackpot with Miriam, she has no filter and is refreshingly open and so funny. I love your reaction to this, yet another rabbit hole for you guys 😊
Out-Chandlered Chalndler, effortlessly funny, perfect timing, GREAT storyteller. 90% of stand up's wish to be what she is.
Don’t find chandler funny at all unless they have a script
It's a joy to watch her. An incredibly talented woman who makes today's young people blush with her candor. A breath of fresh air in a society where we lie and pretend all day.
Miriam is SO outspoken, with not a care in the world, love her so much!! 💝
Oh Miriam❤️
I could listen to her for hours!
She played Sister Mildred in Call the midwife and she was an absolute joy. This woman needs protecting at all costs!
She's amazing and one person you could listen to for hours on end and never be bored.
Miriam is a class act there are so many clips of her on talk shows all over the world just being her. Her book is an eye opener packed with stories, funny and sad unedited of course.
I wish everyone could grow up to be Miriam Margolyes ! The world would be a kinder place.
She's like everybody's mad old aunt for the entire country!
That was an awesome Maggie Smith impression, don't know how I've never seen it before.
Miriam travelled the outback in Australia a few years ago and met with indigenous aboriginals, including the trans community.
She is so well loved even if a little brash
She is one of a kind. I love her so much. They showed a lot of different ones and I was so excited because I knew what was coming nearer the end.
I thought, you guys have seen nothing yet! LoL.
Mirriam was raised very posh and correct in her English - she is awesome; it can lead to some really funny bits when she is so forward and her stories so outrageous.
Miriam Margoyles is a gift to us all. Hard not to be happy when she is around.
This is the third time I’ve watched this reaction and I still think I’ll watch it again I’m sure
A most fantastic lady,now she’s over 80 she’s just the same amazing 🌸
Miriam is a true star 🌟. We must treasure and protect her always ❤ 💖
The episode with Will and Greg is one of the best ever chat show moments, definitely worth watching the whole thing.
Was waiting for the creaming of the knickers to see your reaction, was as expected.
The bloke on the far right on the last part was Adam Lambert, he has done a few tours singing with Queen.
I work in home care and one of our clients is just like Miriam every time we go to her house we end up crying with laughter 🤣
Omg thank you for this ❤️ The fact that you two get her gives me hope for this world.
Guys Miriam is our UK treasure. Whatever show you watch she is so amazing and fun and true. Miriam never lies she is the truth. Embrace her she is beautiful and fun and great.
Miriam is one of Graham Norton’s best ever guests and everybody knows the show will be good when she is appearing. As is Greg Davies (the tall guy with Miriam and Will.I.am) There are a few collections of his appearances with Graham - another good one to check out
The story of giving the soldier a helping hand, was continued in her book, where she details that just after doing it, she turns round and sees a friend from her university days, and did the same for him.
X) She has lived
your reaction to the 'stage door' was priceless. this woman is being who she is. it is not an act. she is great.
This woman is brutally honest and I love her and she has no filter and I can relate! She's so naturally funny Human!
Can confirm Miriam's Scottish (Glaswegian) accent is 100% accurate & believable.
What an absolute character! :)
p.s. can also confirm you see some mad sh1t at night in the Meadows in Edinburgh during the Festival!! LOL
No bullshit, just fun! (It's pronounced mar - go - lees)
I can watch these clips over and over again and laugh everytime. She is a treasure.
Miriam Margoyles is one of the nicest, funniest woman EVER to be on any chat show. No filter
Her timing is perfect and she can tell stories just with her expressions
Really Worth checking out her appearances in Blackadder as the Spanish Enfanta in Season 1, then as Blackadder 's Religious Extremist Aunt in Season 2 and as Queen Victoria in the Christmas Special, Blackadder's Christmas Carol. She's absolutely hilarious in those. Love her xxx
Loved he in Call the Midwife too!
"Don't you get it it sounds like fff"
Wicked child
Translator: "Oh my love .... my quick little caterpillar""
Jim Broadbent as the translator in the Spanish infanta is hilarious too. And then they both became teachers at Hogwarts.
Glad to see Miriam Escobar getting the recognition she deserves.
Escobar?
@@Neesi392see Part 2 of the boys reaction..... The one with Daniel Radcliffe.
I've always loved Norton's show, Miriam is just the perfect personality to compliment him and bring out that extra from almost any other guests they have on. I love how it doesn't simply act as an advertising platform for their next film or project - the 'yeh yeh you have another film coming, now onto the stories..'
I've seen all these clips before but watching these fellows watch them and seeing their reaction....it was all new!! And so funny! Thank you!
I’m watching this back after several viewings over the last couple of years. Never fails to make me laugh and I love how you guys react. ❤
Everyone loves Miriam she as lots of brilliant stories and everyone is true.what you see is what you get with Miriam I just love her When she’s a guest on anyones show they never know what she’s going to say and I love that.Always enjoy watching her she just brightens your day .So glad you’ve found Miriam .great reaction guys .Love from Denise in Yorkshire England 🏴😂😂🤣🤣👏👏👏👍😘
She is such a genius woman, fabulous fun, and an extrordinary actress, a national treasure.
@@philjones45 Speak your mind Phil,you’re a national treasure 👍🏻
Well you lived through Miriam. God Bless You and HER. NATIONAL TREASURE!
This is the video of you both i keep coming back to. You're both so genuine and natural - keep ot up! I love how you react and interact with each other. I feel like im sitting in the room with my best friends! Thank you!
Really glad you guys liked her and appreciated her. You both "got it", which was great to see!
You've been reacting to brilliant stuff over the last few days. Keep up the good work x
She's amazing and somehow i still feel like this compilation did not do her real justice. Watching each interview individually would have truly captured how great she is. I feel the chopping and switching between segments did her a disservice and broke the momentum and energy of each interview. Anyways appreciate the content as always 🙌🏾
Miriam is and for ever will be an national treasure. She's one of the funniest, honest and most wonderful human beings put on this rock. Every interview type show I see her on will always bring a smile to my face or have me in fits of giggles.
Would it be safe to say that you two gentlemen will be watching more episodes of Graham Norton? He’s a blooming legend and his guests are so relaxed and open we get some amazing stories and iconic moments.
Been a fan of Miriam for a long time, very funny, engaging and interesting and a one of a kind
She is fantastic! And yes she’s a character, but also important to point out that she is a remarkable actress! So it’s not all just show!
Miriam is a friend of mine. She is a priceless gem. I love her to the core!!!
Actually, Miriam's surname is pronounced (Mar-go-leez). She is one of the funniest women of all time. Miriam played Professor Sprout in 3 Harry Potter's films, Yentl, Little Shop of Horrors, End of Days and many more. She's one of a kind, special, intelligent, sweet and funny as hell. Love, love, love her!
Miriam has no filter.
And that’s what makes her the best guest for Graham
Love your reaction to our Miriam guys!
Especially when you're laughing at the fart joke early on, not yet knowing what Miriam stories are coming next 😆😆😆😆