The reaction was swift and undeniable when Jonathan Bailey, recently crowned “Sexiest Man Alive,” graced the screen for CBeebies Bedtime Story. His reading of “Room on the Broom” wasn’t just a soothing lullaby for children; it sparked a surprisingly fervent response from the nation’s favorite armchair critics – the cast of Gogglebox.
The clip, aired during season 26, showed Bailey’s captivating presence as he introduced himself, immediately eliciting a delighted “Oh, hello, Jonathan!” from Sue. Andrew, equally starstruck, excitedly identified him to his partner Alfie, who playfully urged him to “calm down” – a request Andrew cheerfully ignored.
Julie quickly shared the news of Bailey’s prestigious title, while Sophie astutely observed his deliberate, velvety tone, clearly aimed at a different audience than toddlers. Sisters Rosie and Susie wholeheartedly agreed, praising his “lovely voice” and playfully suggesting his talents extended beyond storytelling.
The conversation took a decidedly cheeky turn when Susie quipped that Bailey would be “good for telephone sex,” prompting laughter from Rosie. Andrew, caught up in the moment, declared Bailey “magical,” while Lee offered a more direct, and humorous, assessment of where his magic *shouldn’t* be focused.
Bailey, playing into the playful energy, conjured a toy cat during the story, playfully suggesting he might actually possess magical abilities. This only fueled the Gogglebox cast’s amusement, with Ellie directing her sister’s attention to a rather noticeable detail in his jeans.
As Bailey read the iconic line, “There’s room on my broom,” Andrew playfully echoed the phrase, while Mary confessed her disappointment at the segment’s impending end. A subtle reference to a “dripping wet wand” further ignited the imaginations of viewers.
The clip undeniably achieved its goal of preparing viewers for bedtime, though perhaps not in the way intended. It wasn’t a gentle descent into sleep, but a collective moment of playful appreciation for a captivating performer.
