Irish actor James Nesbitt has been hit with. harsh criticism for making an appearance at King Charles' Coronation concert on Sunday.
The actor, 58, from Antrim in Northern Ireland, spoke about all the wonders of the UK in his gushing speech - but many Irish viewers felt as though his appearance at the Coronation was a 'slap in the face' given that just weeks ago, he spoke about his hope for an United Ireland in the near future.
James, who has acted in movies including Waking Ned and The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies recited poetry in front of the royal family and the newly Coronated King.