In a recent television appearance, renowned physicist Professor Brian Cox surprised fellow guest and actor Martin Clunes by revealing his unexpected fondness for the classic British sitcom . The disclosure came during a discussion about their respective projects, with Clunes promoting the conclusion of his travelogue and Cox promoting his latest endeavor, which blends science and music. Before delving into their own projects, host Alex Jones shared the surprising tidbit that Cox was a fan of the sitcom, which ran from 1992 to 1998 and featured two beer-guzzling flatmates.
Clunes expressed genuine shock upon hearing the revelation, prompting Cox to confirm his admiration for the show. Cox elaborated on his appreciation, stating that the sitcom likely encouraged viewers to embrace a similar lifestyle, although he acknowledged the impracticality of such a path. This playful exchange drew laughter from Clunes, who joked that Neil Morrissey, another actor from the sitcom, continued to embody the carefree lifestyle, leading Cox to quip that Clunes’ youthful appearance was a testament to his own avoidance of such habits.
For those unfamiliar with the beloved sitcom, it centered around the lives of two flatmates, Gary Strang (Clunes) and Dermot Povey (Harry Enfield), who were later joined by Tony Smart (Morrissey). Their daily routines revolved around beer consumption, lounging, television, and pursuing women. The sitcom aired on BBC One and is currently available to stream on .
