BBC reporter criticised for ‘inappropriate’ question to visibly uncomfortable Andrew Scott

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Andrew Scott fans have defended the actor after he was subjected to what have been branded “inappropriate” and “uncomfortable” questions from a BBC reporter on the Baftas red carpet. In response, Scott shook his head and after stuttering for a few seconds, added: “I won’t spoil it for anybody.” open image in gallery Andrew Scott and BBC journalist Colin Paterson Despite the Sherlock star appearing embarrassed at the topic, journalist Paterson continued: “There was a lot of talk about prosthetics. Plan auto-renews until cancelled Try for free At this, Scott shook his head again and left the conversation, as Paterson asked: “Too much?” open image in gallery Barry Keoghan in ‘Saltburn’ Though seemingly intended as a joke, the BBC interviewer’s words have been criticised heavily across social media, with many unimpressed with the nature of the questions. The need to ‘go viral’ from red carpet interviews is destroying them.” Meanwhile, a different Bafta commentator wrote: “I think there’s a time and a place to discuss penises and I’m not sure if a red carpet is one of them.” The Independent has reached out to Andrew Scott and the BBC for comment.