Prince William Wants to Give Jackson Lamb 'a Good Wash' — Sir Gary Oldman's Royal Fan Reaction!
Gary Oldman Spills All on His Knighthood, Slow Horses Success, and Even Prince William's Dirty Secret
In a candid conversation with Chris Evans on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show with The National Lottery on Virgin Radio UK, Sir Gary Oldman let his guard down, sharing juicy details about his recent knighthood ceremony at Windsor Castle. The 67-year-old actor was honored for his services to drama and couldn't help but gush about the experience.
As he accepted his knighthood from Prince William, Oldman revealed that the second-in-line to the throne is a fan of Apple TV's hit show Slow Horses, where he plays the lovably grubby Jackson Lamb. But what really got our attention was when Oldman shared that Prince William had taken the opportunity to express his own thoughts on Lamb's infamous flatulence and poor personal hygiene.
"He said, 'I'm very happy you're here today, Gary, but I have to say, every time I see you on screen, I just want to give you a good wash,'" Oldman chuckled. "And I think he's right! But in all seriousness, it was an incredible honor to receive my knighthood from him."
Despite his on-screen appearance, Oldman insists that he actually smells better than he looks. "I smell better than I look, but that's what makes the character so lovable, don't you think?" he quipped.
Oldman credits the show's creator, Mick Herron, for crafting authentic and believable characters, which made it easy for him to embody Lamb's unappealing traits. "Mick has created this universe and these people, and I just follow his clues," Oldman explained. "It's a masterclass in writing, and I feel incredibly lucky to have been a part of it."
As he reflected on the knighthood ceremony, Oldman admitted that it was an emotional experience. "I almost couldn't find my voice when Prince William presented me with the honor," he said. "It compares to nothing else. It's a singular event, and I feel very honored, humbled, and flattered in equal measure."
Oldman also took the opportunity to talk about his conversation with Prince William, who mentioned two of Oldman's notable roles: The Fifth Element and Churchill. But what really caught our attention was when Oldman shared that Samantha Morton, who received an OBE for services to drama and charity, is not only a talented actress but also a friend.
"I didn't recognize many of the people receiving honors, but they're all incredible individuals doing remarkable work behind the scenes," Oldman said. "It's a reminder that there's so much more to the world of entertainment than just what we see on screen."
As Oldman left the Windsor Castle ceremony, he was met with congratulations and admiration from his peers. But little did we know, Prince William had already shared a dirty secret about Gary Oldman – and it has nothing to do with his on-screen antics.
So, there you have it, folks! Gary Oldman's knighthood is not only an honor but also a testament to his talent, dedication, and ability to bring characters like Jackson Lamb to life. And as for Prince William's dirty secret? Let's just say that even royalty can't resist the charms of Slow Horses' lovable lugubrious lead.
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