Damon Albarn Confronts Norton Over Chat Show Snub

During a recent appearance on The Graham Norton Show, Damon Albarn humorously confronted the host about his absence from the program since a notably awkward 2015 interview with Blur. Fans at the time observed Albarn appearing bored and disengaged during the performance and subsequent chat, with some commenting on his 'sulky' demeanor.

Albarn directly questioned Graham Norton about the lack of repeat invitations, recalling a past nightclub encounter where he raised the same query. Norton expressed confusion, admitting he had no memory of the event, suggesting he might have been drunk or intentionally blocked the awkward memory.

The conversation occurred while Albarn was promoting Gorillaz's upcoming tour, including a June stop at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The article also reveals details about Albarn's personal life, stating his 25-year relationship with Suzi Winstanley ended in 2023. Lyrics from his latest album, "The Ballad of Darren," appear to reflect this breakup, with songs like "The Ballad" and "St Charles Square" hinting at his culpability in the relationship's demise.

Albarn and Winstanley, who shared a daughter named Missy, reportedly faced challenges due to Albarn's extensive travel schedule and his preference for spending time at their Devon home, which he had converted into a recording studio. Friends of Winstanley described her as heartbroken by the split, which was kept private for some time.