Ian Hislop amuses viewers as he jokes about cab 'shooting' on Have I Got News For You
What Did You Overlook?
Ian Hislop began the show "Have I Got News For You" with a light-hearted comment about being "happy to be present," following news that someone had fired a gun at his black taxi.
The comedian made headlines after a cab driver, who was transporting the celebrity through central London, reported that he thought a bullet might have hit one of the back windows, leading it to break. Authorities investigated the matter but concluded that they had uncovered "no indication of a gun being fired."
It was proposed that a "technical issue" might have led to the damage seen on the cab's window.
Understanding The What, How, And Why
Hislop appeared on the panel when the new season of Have I Got News For You kicked off on Friday, October 4th. He shared a few laughs about the situation before the show officially began.
"I often express my happiness to be here, but this week I truly mean it," he stated as the show began.
Ian Hislop humorously commented that he was "happy" to be present. (BBC screenshot)
The studio filled with laughter as the celebrity continued, “There was a memorable moment when a police officer looking into my case asked, ‘This might sound like a silly question, but is there anyone who could hold a grudge against you?’”
Hislop’s co-stars burst into laughter, and fellow comedian Paul Merton chimed in with a humorous remark, saying, “I have an excuse!”
What Are Viewers Saying?
Fans were delighted when Hislop mentioned the taxi incident, and many took to X to share their thoughts about it.
One person commented: “HIGNFY has returned! Ian Hislop talked about his taxi experience right at the start. When Ian brought up the police inquiring about anyone who might hold a grudge against him, Paul Merton insisted that he had an alibi…”
"Absolutely! It's great to see Ian Hislop still going strong on Have I Got News For You!" someone else commented.
One fan humorously commented, "It seems like a missed chance that Paul Merton isn’t donning a bulletproof vest at the beginning."
Paul Merton made a humorous reference to needing an alibi. (BBC screenshot)
"Another amused viewer joked that he could end up being struck by an olive that’s been knocked around by a champagne bottle, which got hit by a frisbee while he was trying to escape the fridge."
Ian Hislop's Comments On The Taxi Incident
After the incident occurred, Private Eye editor Hislop released a statement expressing his gratitude, saying he was thankful for everyone's concern, which he truly values.
It continued: "He can verify that there was an event involving a taxi yesterday where a back window was broken, and the police are looking into it. They initially considered the chance that a gunshot was involved, but they have now suggested there might be a simpler explanation for the situation."
The police stated that they have "not discovered any signs of gunfire up to now" and that "early evidence points to a possible mechanical issue as the reason for the window breaking."
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