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Kate Lally

Lorraine Kelly hailed a 'queen' for 'savage' Boris Johnson remark

Lorraine Kelly was hailed a "queen" by viewers after making a "savage" comment about disgraced former prime minister Boris Johnson.

The presenter, 62, discussed the latest events as it was today ruled Mr Johnson did mislead MPs when he denied parties took place at Number 10 during lockdown. Had he not already stepped down, he would have faced a 90-day suspension from Parliament.

A cross-party investigation has found Mr Johnson committed "repeated contempts" of Parliament.

READ MORE: Boris Johnson committed 'serious contempt' of House of Commons with partygate denials

Not one to keep her opinions to herself, Lorraine couldn't resist having a dig at the former PM. Turning to the camera after confirming the news, she said: "Boris Johnson lied to Parliament. What a shock, said nobody ever".

Fans clearly loved the remark. Taking to Twitter, Till said: "It’s not for nothing @reallorraine is the Queen of Daytime Television".

Lydia said: "Boris lied?!?!?!?!!! Lorraine is savage and we love to see it" Sofia said: "Omg Lorraine's comment then about Boris [laughing emoji] what a queen" and Scully said: "Boris deliberately LIED?? I'm in shock horror NOT."

Lorraine airs weekdays at 9am on ITV and ITVX

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