Jack Whitehall is replacing Graham Norton on his talk show tonight – here's why and whether he'll be touring in 2019

JACK Whitehall, known as the posh boy of comedy, is one of the UK's best known comedians thanks to his meteoric rise to fame.

We take a look at his jam-packed career of the well-spoken comic from Putney as he gears up to be the first ever stand-in host on The Graham Norton Show TONIGHT…

Why is Jack Whitehall taking over from Graham Norton on his talk show?

Jack is taking over the Graham Norton Show for one night only on Friday May 17, 2019.

And the reason is because the famous host is jetting off to Tel Aviv for his Eurovision duties.

It's the first time the 56-year-old comedian has missed a show in his 20 year history as a telly host.

League Of Their Own star Jack said he was "honoured" to have been asked to fill in.

He enthused: "I was so honoured Graham asked me to do this for him.

"The thought of stepping into his huge showbiz boots fills me in equal measure with fear and excitement.

"Worst case, I will make everyone appreciate just how lucky we are to have him."
Graham added: "I’m thrilled to know that I am leaving the show in Jack’s capable hands.

"He is bound to do an amazing job. I should warn him not to get too comfortable in my chair though, because like a slightly fey Terminator, I’ll be back!!"

Joining jack on the famous sofa is Game of Thrones' star Gwendoline Christie, actor Luke Evans, footballing legend Peter Crouch, Britain's Got Talent judge David Walliams and British Critics' Choice winner Sam Fender.

Who is Jack Whitehall? What was his early career?

Jack Whitehall was born on July 7, 1988, in London and is a comic and actor.

His father, Michael Whitehall, was an agent for Judi Dench and Colin Firth, among others. He also has two godfathers, Nigel Havers and the late Richard Griffiths.

As a child he attended Tower House School in West London, where he was a fellow pupil with Twilight Saga star Robert Pattinson – he has often joked R-Patz stole all the best acting roles from him at school.

Jack took a gap year where he decided to pursue a career in stand-up comedy. He later attended the University of Manchester for two terms only, to study History of Art.

Jack then got his big break presenting Celebrity Big Brother’s Big Mouth.

What TV shows has Jack Whitehall been in?

Jack is a regular panellist on comedy quiz shows, including 8 out of 10 Cats, Never Mind the Buzzcocks and Mock the Week.

He's also known for appearing in Sky’s A League of their Own alongside James Corden.

As well as presenting and being a comic, Jack is also an actor and he rose to prominence when he starred as the hapless JP in Fresh Meat

From there he went on to get his own series, Bad Education. He’s also starred in Comedy Central’s Drunk History as Sir Walter Raleigh.

Early in 2017, Jack starred in the TV adaptation of Evelyn Waugh's novel, Decline and Fall.

In his role as naive theology student Paul Pennyfeather, he managed to keep up his record of being naked in pretty much every TV show he's in – within the first five minutes!

He also revealed in an exclusive interview with The Sun that he found it hard to control himself starring alongside his childhood crush, Eva Longoria.

In 2017, Jack released a documentary on Netflix called Travels with My Father where he went to gap year-flung destinations such as Thailand and Cambodia with his father.

Jack then hosted the Brit Awards in 2018  where he memorably took aim at England striker Harry Kane and reprimanded Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield for "already being wasted".

After the success of last year he reprised his hosting duties at 2019's Brit Awards.

Is Jack going on tour?

Good news for fans of jack he IS going on tour in 2019.

He will hit the road in November to December – he will be travelling across the country.

And his tour will include a four-night residency at the O2 in London.

You can get tickets through Ticketmaster and AXS.

What was Jack's 'inappropriate' joke at the Brits 2019?

Jack returned to host the Brits in 2019, and of course with him came a whole load of outrageous jokes.

But one in particular caused an uproar.

After Little Mix's PVC clad performance, he said: "Raunchy! Dads up and down the country are awkwardly fumbling for a scatter cushion right now."

Ofcom revealed the joke prompted 25 of the 38 complaints about the show with a further eight complaining about Little Mix's performance.

Does Jack have a girlfriend?

Jack is currently single.

He has been linked to numerous famous beauties including Kate Beckinsale who he reportedly shareda night of passion with in November 2018.

Most recently he's been linked to Jonas Blue's model ex Melinda London.

What movies has Jack been in?

Jack has taken his acting skills to the big screen.

His BBC show Bad Education was turned into a feature-length film.

He also lent his voice to the blockbuster movie Frozen, where he had the role of Gothi the troll priest.

Unfortunately for Jack, the role was then reduced to a non-speaking part when the final film was released.

As well as lending his voice to Asterix: The Mansions of the Gods and lead character Rex in The Queen's Corgi.

Jack has also starred in 2016's Mother's Day and 2018's The Nutcrcker and the Four Realms.

When did Jack have a 'fling' with Kirsty Gallacher?

On April 15, 2018 The Sun exclusively revealed how Kirsty romped with comic Jack at a star-studded party.

Kirsty, 42, and Jack went into a room alone after a steamy clinch in front of fellow celeb guests.

A source revealed: “The chemistry between them was brewing all night. They had the hots for each other.

“They later went to the Groucho Club in London’s West End, then to a party at a flat, taking some friends with them.

“When they got there, they ramped things up and weren’t trying to hide it.

“They were kissing and being very touchy-feely before heading off for some privacy. Everybody there knew what was going on.

“Jack’s always had a thing for Kirsty and thinks she’s hot.

“Given that they are both single, they went for it. Who knows if anything serious will develop? But it’s fun for the moment.”

When did Jack date Gemma Chan?

Jack Whitehall started dating Gemma Chan in 2011, when they met on the set of Fresh Meat.

On their first date they went to Nando's (and split the bill).

However, the Sun exclusively revealed in December 2017 that the pair parted ways after struggling to make their relationship work around their hectic filming schedules.

A source said: “Jack and Gemma secretly pulled the plug on their relationship but remain good friends.

“For the past couple of years, they’ve both been finding it difficult to make proper time for one another and, with their schedules showing no signs of slowing down, have decided to go their separate ways.

“It’s sad but they remain supportive of one another.”

Is Jack's character in Disney's The Jungle Cruise gay?

On August 12, 2018, The Sun exclusively revealed Jack Whitehall was cast to play Disney’s first-ever gay character in The Jungle Cruise.

Jack, 30, plays a “fun, effete” young man in the forthcoming blockbuster The Jungle Cruise, co-starring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, 46, and Emily Blunt, 35.

A source said: “This is a huge gig for Jack and has landed him his biggest ever pay cheque.

“But, more excitingly, he is playing a gay man – one who is hugely effete, very camp and very funny.

"It’s a dream role. Disney’s always been incredibly supportive of the LGBTQ community.

"This latest script, set at a time when it wasn’t socially acceptable to be gay, is another significant turning point.”

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