TV personality Graham Norton humorously targeted former US President Donald Trump at the start of his New Year’s Eve special. Reflecting on 2025, Norton poked fun at Trump’s visit to the UK to meet the Royal Family. Norton playfully compared Melania Trump’s fashion choice, a wide-brimmed purple hat, to a lamp, suggesting it was a tactic to avoid her husband’s affectionate gestures.
Continuing his jesting, Norton commented on Melania’s hat serving as a security measure to prevent unwanted advances, illustrated by footage of Trump’s unsuccessful kiss attempt due to the hat’s obstruction. Norton’s satirical commentary set the tone for the evening on “The Graham Norton New Year’s Eve Show” on BBC One.
During the festive episode, Norton entertained guests including Tom Hiddleston, Laura Dern, and Will Arnett, among others. The show also featured Alison Limerick’s performance of the dance classic “Where Love Lives.” Reflecting on the program’s success, the BBC renewed it for three more series, citing high viewership and engagement on platforms like YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram.
Expressing excitement for future episodes, Norton, hailing from Dublin, Ireland, described hosting the show as a pleasure and privilege. The New Year’s Eve lineup showcased a mix of Hollywood stars, British comedians, and rising TV talents, embodying the show’s appeal to a global audience.