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Graham Norton recalls BBC show’s worst ever guest

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  • Graham Norton named Mark Wahlberg as the most challenging guest to interview on his BBC chat show, describing the experience as "hell".
  • Wahlberg was reportedly drunk during his 2013 appearance, interrupting fellow guests Sarah Silverman and Michael Fassbender, and even falling asleep on set.
  • Norton clarified that the show does not get guests drunk, limiting them to two or three drinks, and that any intoxicated guests arrive in that state.
  • Wahlberg later stated his behaviour on the show was a pre-planned act with Sarah Silverman, suggesting some people took it too seriously.
  • Norton also recalled Mickey Rourke being "hard work" due to arriving at the studio having already consumed a significant amount of Jack Daniels.
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