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Daily Mail
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
I was a Question Time panellist on an episode that left viewers LIVID - Fiona Bruce showed her true colours when the cameras stopped rolling
YouTuber TommyInnit's mum has revealed what it was really like starring on Question Time - including her experience with BBC host Fiona Bruce. The internet star, who goes by the real name of Thomas Michael Simons, 21, had his mum Sarah Simons in the audience when he took part in the show - and she went on to appear on the panel backstage during a recent episode of the BBC programme. Last Thursday's episode (19 June) saw the YouTuber, 21, Katharine Birbalsingh, 52, Adolescence writer Jack Thorne, 46, the secretary of state for science and technology Peter Kyle, 54, and MP Lord Willetts, 69, discuss on challenges growing up in the 21st century. Sarah took to her X account to share how much of a good time she had while appearing on the show. Sharing some pictures of her and her son in the studio, alongside a selfie with host Fiona, 61, she wrote: 'It was a surreal and wonderful experience to watch my lad be brilliant on BBC Question Time tonight. So proud of him.' She added: 'Obvs we did a few daft pics too. LOVE Fiona Bruce, she was glorious, and the BBC team was so kind and welcoming.' Many rushed to reply to the tweet to share the love. 'Absolutely LOVE this!! QT already my favourite Thursday tradition so this is a crossover…' 'Totally impressive performance by Tom last night. Measured and charming, a great combination. Distinct lack of young uns. Blaming the tools rather than their application.' 'That's amazing! Well done to both of you.' While watching the installment last week, some viewers shared how odd they thought it was that only one person on the panel was under the age of 45. Many took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to share their thoughts. 'I thought the Youth focused #bbcqt was a great and overdue idea. Until I saw the panel had an average age older than me.' 'Next generation you say?' 'Why is there only 1 actual youngish person on this panel? Comedy.' 'The average age of the panellists debating what it's like being young in Britain today? 48. Farcical.' At the start of the episode, Fiona said: 'For tonight's question time, we're asking a specially convened panel and audience about the challenges of growing up in the 21st century and what it means for all of us. 'Roughly half our audience is from what very generation - under 30 or mostly Gen Z and the rest are just a little bit older, but like every other week, they reflect the range of political views across the country. 'Welcome to Question Time - the next generation - from Greenford in West London on BBC, iPlayer and Sounds.' Despite their ages, the guests do all have their own opinions from their fields about the matter. Katharine Birbalsingh is a headteacher at the Michaela Community School. Many took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to share their thoughts She is known to be the 'UK's strictest headmistress'. Meanwhile Jack's latest Netflix hit Adolescence hit headlines earlier this year. Back in April it was revealed that 114 million people had watched the drama - which follows the story of a boy called Jamie Miller (Owen Cooper), who murdered his female classmate. It brought misogyny among young boys to light and the resulting potential for violence against women. TommyInnit - real name Thomas Michael Simons - has 15.1M subscribers on YouTube. Meanwhile Peter Kyle and Lord Willetts are figures in the political sphere.
Time of India
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
TommyInnit promises to quit making AI content and deletes controversial YouTube video after fan backlash
(Image via YouTUbe/@TommyInnit) TommyInnit, one of YouTube's most energetic creators, is stepping away from AI content for good. After dropping a 30-minute video where he played around with generative AI, fans weren't having it, and neither was he, apparently. Following heavy criticism and rising concerns about his book's artwork, Tommy has now deleted the video, apologized, and said he won't be making AI content in the future. The AI Video That Sparked It All On June 15, TommyInnit dropped a video titled 'Asking AI About Me.' It was meant to be a fun, silly interaction with generative AI, classic chaotic Tommy style. But fans didn't find it so harmless. The main issue? Viewers felt it pushed AI tech without acknowledging the baggage, especially the environmental impact of energy-hungry models and their potential to replace human creativity. That didn't sit well with his community. Ironically, Tommy had already hinted at discomfort in the video description: 'I really do think AI is bad… Taking away from the human spirit is not a good ambition for corporations to have.' TommyInnit is A Hypocrite The Book Controversy Made Things Worse This wasn't Tommy's first brush with AI controversy. A month earlier, Reddit users speculated that AI might've been used in TommyInnit's Guide To Survival . The book's illustrator, Amrit Birdi, reportedly listed an 'AI Lab' on his site, which led to people assuming AI tools were involved in the art process. While there's no official confirmation that AI was actually used in the book, the timing couldn't have been worse. TommyInnit Responds: 'No More AI, I Promise' On June 25, Tommy took to X (formerly Twitter) to issue a public apology: 'Sorry everyone, I genuinely did not know about the negative impacts AI had on the environment… I've taken down my video "asking AI about me" & have no plans to make any ai content in the future.' His post was clear; he's done with AI, period. But Not Everyone Was Happy While many fans appreciated Tommy's accountability, others, especially fellow creators, weren't as kind. Streamer Tectone accused him of 'virtue signaling,' sarcastically suggesting that if Tommy's really concerned about the environment, he should stop using the internet altogether. YouTuber Donut Operator chimed in too, saying, 'Really? Dude, c'mon.' So yeah, the creator community is very divided. The Bigger Picture Tommy's not the only one getting heat over AI. Earlier this month, MrBeast faced backlash for launching an AI-powered thumbnail tool. The creator world is clearly in the middle of an AI identity crisis, and fans aren't afraid to call it out. For now, TommyInnit's keeping it real: no more AI, no more noise, just vibes. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Daily Mail
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Baffled Question Time viewers call out glaring issue with BBC panel in special episode
Baffled Question Time viewers called out a glaring issue with the BBC panel in a special episode on Thursday. The most recent instalment of the programme saw Fiona Bruce, 61, return to our screens to host a special about the challenges of growing up in the 21st century. She was joined by headmistress Katharine Birbalsingh, 52, Adolescence writer Jack Thorne, 46, YouTuber TommyInnit, 21, the secretary of state for science and technology Peter Kyle, 54, and MP Lord Willetts, 69. While watching, some viewers shared how odd they thought it was that only one person on the panel was under the age of 45. Many took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to share their thoughts. 'I thought the Youth focused #bbcqt was a great and overdue idea. Until I saw the panel had an average age older than me.' 'Next generation you say?' 'Why is there only 1 actual youngish person on this panel? Comedy.' 'The average age of the panellists debating what it's like being young in Britain today? 48. Farcical.' At the start of the episode, Fiona said: 'For tonight's question time, we're asking a specially convened panel and audience about the challenges of growing up in the 21st century and what it means for all of us. 'Roughly half our audience is from what very generation - under 30 or mostly Gen Z and the rest are just a little bit older, but like every other week, they reflect the range of political views across the country. 'Welcome to Question Time - the next generation - from Greenford in West London on BBC, iPlayer and Sounds.' Despite their ages, the guests do all have their own opinions from their fields about the matter. Katharine Birbalsingh is a headteacher at the Michaela Community School. Many took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to share their thoughts She is known to be the 'UK's strictest headmistress'. Meanwhile Jack's latest Netflix hit Adolescence hit headlines earlier this year. Back in April it was revealed that 114 million people had watched the drama - which follows the story of a boy called Jamie Miller (Owen Cooper), who murdered his female classmate. It brought misogyny among young boys to light. TommyInnit - real name Thomas Michael Simons - has 15.1M subscribers on YouTube. Meanwhile Peter Kyle and Lord Willetts are figures in the political sphere.
