Roman Kemp pranked by his dad on The One Show

"Mum's done your washing."

Martin and Shirley Kemp on The One Show (BBC screenshot)
Martin and Shirley Kemp on The One Show (BBC screenshot)

The One Show co-presenter Roman Kemp was well and truly stitched up by his dad Martin Kemp during the latest episode.

At the start of the show airing Thursday, 31 October, Roman and colleague Clara Amfo were halfway through introducing their studio guests when Martin suddenly pulled out a bag of washed clothes to pass over to his son.

BBC One's live coverage then cut back to a disgraced Roman, who could only muster a massive sigh in retaliation before moving on.

Thursday's presenters Clara Amfo and Roman Kemp (BBC screenshot)
Thursday's presenters Clara Amfo and Roman Kemp (BBC screenshot)

Previewing the evening's material, Roman told The One Show viewers: "Mum and dad... sorry, Martin and Shirley Kemp will be here to reveal why they're teaming up with Alan Carr for a very special makeover programme all in aid of Children in Need."

Then came the Spandau Ballet bassist's big moment.

"Oh Ro, uh, mum's done your washing as well," said Martin, holding up a plastic bag stuffed with clothes without any humour. "I brought it in, you know, save you having to come and get it. I'll leave it in your dressing room."

Impressively, Roman's mum Shirley managed to hold a straight face through the whole thing too.

Staring at her co-star, who bowed his head in embarrassment, a grinning Clara asked: "Well... do they take orders?"

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Scissor Sisters star Jake Shears was in the studio too (BBC screenshot)
Scissor Sisters star Jake Shears was in the studio too (BBC screenshot)

Later on, Scissor Sisters favourite Jake Shears addressed his pop band's 2025 anniversary tour, celebrating their self-titled debut album which won three BRIT Awards.

He confirmed that the album will be played live in its entirety, mixing in all of the hits such as Take Your Mama, Mary, and Filthy/Gorgeous with a handful of "really fun clunkers" from their back catalogue.

Jake, Babydaddy and Del Marquis will kick things off in Nottingham before moving onto Glasgow, Bournemouth, Cardiff, Manchester, London, Leeds, Birmingham and Belfast.

The One Show airs weekdays at 7pm on BBC One.