Good Morning Britain experienced an unexpected awkward moment on Thursday (February 13) when presenter Kate Garraway had to issue a quick apology to her co-host, Ed Balls,

after a sudden interruption during a lively discussion with former Strictly Come Dancing star Angela Rippon.

Kate and Ed, who were leading the ITV breakfast show, were chatting with Angela about her Let’s Dance initiative when the conversation veered into her iconic dance history.

The moment, while lighthearted, led to a humorous yet slightly uncomfortable exchange between the co-hosts.

Angela Rippon Reflects on Her Iconic Dance Moment

During the segment, Kate brought up one of Angela Rippon’s most famous television moments—her surprise high-kicking dance routine on Morecambe & Wise,

which became legendary in British TV history.

“That launched your dance career, but your career was already on the way with journalism,” Kate noted, referring to how Angela was already a well-respected broadcaster before her dance talents became widely known.

Ed Balls enthusiastically joined in, recalling how memorable the performance was. “I saw that at home that Christmas, and it was so amazing. What was it like? It was unusual for a newsreader to do something like that,” he said.

Angela fondly reminisced about the experience, sharing how much she enjoyed working with comedy legends Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise. “It was wonderful, and of course, Eric and Ernie were just brilliant to work with. They made you feel so comfortable, and they were just a joy to work with. I had a wonderful time with them.”

Kate Garraway’s Awkward Interruption

As the conversation continued, Kate expressed her admiration for Angela’s dancing abilities. “The thing is, you were clearly already dancing anyway,” she said.

Angela confirmed this, revealing that her love for dance had been lifelong. “Well, yeah. I am quite flexible, and like a lot of little girls, I was sent to ballet class when I was four or five years old. I loved to dance, and I still do. I’m naturally very flexible, and it’s stayed with me all my life.”

Kate then attempted to steer the conversation toward Angela’s latest project, saying, “Now you want us to—” but before she could complete her sentence, Ed Balls suddenly interjected.

“Before you move on,” Ed cut in, signaling that he wasn’t ready to change topics just yet.

Kate quickly realized her mistake and issued a quick apology, saying, “Oh, sorry.”

Ed Balls Brings Up Angela’s Strictly Performance

Ed took the opportunity to highlight another of Angela’s iconic moments—her appearance on Strictly Come Dancing, where she once again wowed audiences with her signature flexibility.

“The flexibility of your dancing on Strictly…,” Ed began, before Kate, eager to keep the conversation flowing, jumped in again.

“Oh no, I was going to come to that, don’t you worry about that! We were all amazed,” she said with a laugh, ensuring that Angela’s Strictly success wouldn’t go unmentioned.

Angela then shared an inspiring piece of wisdom she had learned from a past interview. “I just am flexible, and when I was a young reporter, I remember meeting a wonderful lady who told me, ‘You have to remember, your body is like a machine full of millions of moving parts. If you don’t keep those moving, they’ll become stiff.’”

Viewers React to the On-Air Blunder

The lighthearted but slightly awkward moment didn’t go unnoticed by viewers, with many taking to social media to comment on the exchange. While some found the interruption amusing, others appreciated the natural and unscripted moments that make live television entertaining.

One viewer tweeted, “Kate and Ed trying to out-host each other is hilarious. Poor Angela stuck in the middle!”

Another joked, “Ed Balls determined to get his Strictly comment in before Kate moved on. Classic breakfast TV moment!”

A Fun and Lively Interview Despite the Mishap

Despite the minor hiccup, the interview remained upbeat and engaging. Angela Rippon, as always, was full of energy and enthusiasm, inspiring viewers with her passion for dance and movement. The Let’s Dance initiative, which she was there to promote, encourages people of all ages to stay active and embrace the joy of dancing—something Angela herself has clearly embodied throughout her career.

While Kate Garraway’s quick subject change may have caused a small moment of awkwardness, it only added to the natural chemistry of live television, proving once again that anything can happen on Good Morning Britain!