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Katie Fitzpatrick

Strictly star Len Goodman sparks outrage with 'foreign muck' comment on BBC Platinum Jubilee coverage

Len Goodman sparked outrage on BBC One after he recalled what his grandmother thought of curry powder. He said his nan referred to curry as 'foreign muck' and he was left 'worried' about the dish which he admits was 'ridiculous' after he enjoyed eating Coronation Chicken.

Chatting with host Kirsty Young as part of Sunday's Jubilee Pageant coverage the former Strictly Come Dancing head judge sampled the official Jubilee pudding, a lemon and amaretti trifle created by Jemma Melvin.

Appearing alongside MasterChef’s John Torode he gave his stamp of approval to the pudding. And former Desert Island Discs presenter Kirsty asked pro ballroom dancer Len, 78, if he is a keen cook.

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