If Simon Cowell gets a knighthood and Bruce Forsyth doesn’t that will be a travesty.
Brucie has been entertaining the UK for over 70 years.
What has Simon Cowell done ?
Well he, Cowell has blighted UK television for a start. X-Factor, Britain’s Got Talent and so forth all prime examples of how money and hype can sway public opinions.
I like a talent show as much as the next person. But the Cowell touch is just too much. These programs are oversold, the acts are over produced. We don’t actually see the natural talent shining through.
I for one am gagging as a result of being force-fed these shows. It’s almost 24/7. There is no let up. You turn on the TV and no matter what show you watch they have to have a guest appearance of the latest Cowell protegé. You can turn from ITV to BBC and see the same folks performing the same songs within an hour or so.
There is so little news that our papers are filled with latest Cowell celebrity “news” to the extent that it precedes real news.
In contrast, Bruce has appeared on our screens for many decades. He elicits real warmth of feeling from the public despite his trademark corny, recycled, jokes. Although every now and agin he does produce a real gem. And he has real talent and charisma, proven by how long he has survived. Also remarkable is the fact, that in an increasingly ageist profession, he is able to continue working.
What is amazing is the fact that he has not yet been nominated for a knighthood.
And why is that ? Is it because he doesn’t line the pockets of our government ministers or more specifically their party coffers.
Over the years it has become increasingly obvious how our governments have become more susceptible to the spin, hype and celebrity promotion of business.
Is this the real reason that the likes of Cowell will be rewarded and Brucie won’t.
Who’s Got Talent ? ….. Brucies Got Talent !!!
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