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Ryan Paton

John Bishop 'properly thrown' as he explains Scouse accent on DNA Journey

John Bishop has explained the reason behind his strong Scouse accent.

The comedian appeared on tonight's edition of DNA Journey. The 56-year-old traced his family history alongside Downton Abbey star, Hugh Bonneville, on the latest episode of the popular ITV programme.

John was born in Liverpool but his family moved to Winsford when he was young and he grew up in the Cheshire town. John said he was "properly thrown" as the first location they travelled to on tonight's show was his hometown.

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