Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · October 6, 2025 · Entertainment

Taylor Swift's Baby Question: Graham Norton Navigates Awkward Moment with Poise

Taylor Swift was allegedly asked by Jodie Turner-Smith about the prospect of having children

Graham Norton Steals the Show with his Quick Thinking on Live TV!

The Graham Norton Show has always been a haven for juicy celebrity gossip and laughter, but last week's episode was particularly dramatic thanks to Jodie Turner-Smith's awkward line of questioning towards Taylor Swift. The singer-songwriter was promoting her new album, "The Life Of A Showgirl", alongside fellow guests Cillian Murphy, Greta Lee, Domhnall Gleeson, and Lewis Capaldi.

But just as things were getting cozy on the famous red sofa, Turner-Smith dropped a bombshell question that left viewers cringing. According to eyewitnesses, she asked Swift about her baby plans with fiancé Travis Kelce, causing an awkward silence in the studio. However, host Graham Norton was quick to intervene, expertly steering the conversation back on track.

The two stars were among the guests on the most recent episode of The Graham Norton Show. Seated left to right: Taylor Swift, Cillian Murphy, Greta Lee, Jodie Turner-Smith, Domhnall Gleeson and Lewis Capaldi

The Shocking Question That Made Fans Cringe

Sammie Nicole, a Swiftie who was sitting in the audience when the show was filmed, took to TikTok to share her behind-the-scenes account of what really happened. In a hilarious video, she revealed that Turner-Smith's question about babies was met with an awkward response from Swift, who thought she was asking if under-18s were allowed at their wedding.

"I was like, 'Girl? You don't ask someone that on live TV!'" Nicole exclaimed in her video. "It's personal and it's none of your business. Don't ask someone that!"

Jodie Turner-Smith's line of questioning was handled adeptly by Norton, it was claimed

Graham Norton Saves the Day

But what really impressed fans was Norton's lightning-fast response to Turner-Smith's question. With a quick smile, he effortlessly redirected the conversation, saying, "That's an off-camera conversation to have." The audience breathed a collective sigh of relief as Swift expertly dodged the question.

TikTok users were quick to praise Norton's smooth hosting skills, calling him a "consummate professional" for saving the show from an awkward moment. One user wrote, "Really glad Graham jumped in on the babies question because it is inappropriate, ESPECIALLY on a tv show. I can’t believe she asked that."

A TikToker claimed that things became 'uncomfortable' causing host Norton to step in

Taylor Swift Spills the Tea

But Turner-Smith's awkward moment wasn't the only juicy gossip to spill out of the show. Taylor Swift was also quizzed about her upcoming wedding plans with Kelce, revealing that fans will have to wait until after she finishes promoting her new album.

"I want to do the album stuff first, and the wedding is what happens after in terms of planning," she said with a smile. "I think it will be fun to plan."

And as for how they got engaged? Swift revealed that Kelce proposed with an elaborate floral display in his garden, complete with hidden photographers capturing the moment.

"He went all out," she gushed. "Ten out of ten!"

The Life Of A Showgirl Tracklist

So what's on Taylor Swift's latest album, "The Life Of A Showgirl"? Here's a sneak peek at the tracklist:

  1. The Fate Of Ophelia (3:46)
  2. Elizabeth Taylor (3:28)
  3. Opalite (3:55)
  4. Father Figure (3:32)
  5. Eldest Daughter (4:06)
  6. Ruin The Friendship (3:40)
  7. Actually Romantic (2:43)
  8. Wi$h Li$t (3:27)
  9. Wood (2:30)
  10. CANCELLED! (3:31)
  11. Honey (3:01)
  12. The Life Of A Showgirl (4:01)

TheScholarlyNote.com has reached out to representatives for both Jodie Turner-Smith and The Graham Norton Show for comment, but so far, there's been no response.

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TikTok users were quick to praise Graham's smooth hosting skills, while levelling criticism towards Jodie's alleged question

Kicking off the promo trail for her new album, The Life Of A Showgirl, Taylor, 35, opened up about buying back the rights to her music and recent engagement to NFL star Travis Kelce (seen)