"You are very handsome": Karl scolds Ally Langdon for flirting on air
Today show host Ally Langdon has been scolded by her co-host Karl Stefanovic live on the air after flirting with a royal protection officer outside of Buckingham Palace.
The 43-year-old, who was still wearing all-black in accordance with network policy, burst into fits of giggles when Stefanovic urged her to "be more respectful” after she described the royal official, named Simon, as “handsome”.
The Channel Nine breakfast show has been reporting live from London all week following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
Stefanovic, aged 48, had jokingly asked the bodyguard during their interview how many ways he could “kill” him and if “torture" would be involved.
When Simon said he could take Stefanovic out quickly, Langdon laughed at his fearful expression then turned to the official to remark on his looks.
“Simon, we're good friends. Lovely to meet you. Did I tell you, you are very handsome?” she said.
Stefanovic lightly scolded Langdon for her flirty behaviour in front of Buckingham Palace while Britain continues to mourn the Queen.
“It's torture watching you guys flirt, that's what is torture - in front of the nation! Be more respectful, please. It's disgusting,” he joked.
Langdon continued giggling for a few more moments of the show, which was being broadcast live from the palace, while Simon very professionally was able to regain his composure.
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