Rugby star Joe Marler found himself in a remarkably awkward position after a daring proposition from Sir Stephen Fry. The incident unfolded during a recording of Marler’s podcast, “Joe Marler Will See You Now,” where the ex-England player playfully attempts to explore the more mischievous sides of his celebrity guests.
Marler, aiming to “bring Fry back into criminality,” consulted his podcast assistant, Jake Bhardwaj, who jokingly suggested identity fraud. This led to a plan: Sir Stephen would impersonate Marler within a WhatsApp group chat shared with fellow contestants from “Celebrity Traitors.”
Fry, embracing the prank with gusto, crafted a message that landed with a resounding thud. “My dears, I’m considering an OnlyFans site,” he typed, adding with a mischievous glint, “I haven’t told you this but I love to flash my junk. Is this a stupid idea?”
Before the message was even sent, Marler visibly panicked. He confessed to feeling intensely nervous, bracing himself for the fallout from such a bold declaration.
The message detonated within the group, which included prominent figures like Alan Carr, Claudia Winkleman, and Celia Imrie. Marler immediately recoiled, burying his head in his hands as laughter erupted around him.
“What the f* am I going to do off the back of that mate?” Marler exclaimed, clearly distressed by the potential repercussions. His usual contributions to the chat were typically supportive and lighthearted – GIFs, well wishes, and simple reactions.
Despite the initial shock, Marler acknowledged the group’s generally positive atmosphere. He admitted it was “actually a really supportive group” despite the chaos Fry had unleashed.
The podcast exchange revisits the dynamic forged during their time on the first season of “Celebrity Traitors.” Marler progressed further in the game than Fry, who was ultimately banished, partly due to a strategy spearheaded by Marler himself – the “big dog theory.”
While Alan Carr ultimately secured the prize money for charity, Marler came agonizingly close, only to be outmaneuvered by Nick Mohammed in the final moments. The podcast offers a fascinating glimpse into the aftermath and lingering camaraderie of the hit show.
