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W1A diva gives Alan Titchmarsh food for thought

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A character in W1A based on Alan Titchmarsh has given the TV presenter food for thought. Photograph: Steve Meddle/ITV/Rex

It's said that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery and Alan Titchmarsh certainly seems to go along with that. The BBC spoof W1A has a diva-like character, based on telly's green-fingered great, who refuses to take part in a show because of the low star-rating of the co-host, reports the Daily Telegraph. Alan was unaware of the character, but didn't seem to be at all put out by it. "It was very funny," he said. "How could anyone pull out of a programme called Britain's Tastiest Village? You've got to do it, haven't you? I'm waiting for the call." Could this be an insight into how the Beeb comes up with programme ideas? Keep an eye on the TV listings, folks.

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