Anna Maxwell Martin's kids find her acting 'mega cringe'

Anna Maxwell Martin shared that her children are embarrassed by her acting roles, describing them as 'abhorrent' and 'mega cringe.' The BAFTA-winning actress will appear on The Jonathan Ross Show to discuss her portrayal of Lyudmilla Raskova, a "horrible, hardcore" tank commander and head of the KGB surveillance department in the new Apple TV science fiction drama, Star City.

During the show, Maxwell Martin also spoke about her difficulties with the Russian language for the role. Fellow guest Catherine Tate recounted being in Moscow during a military coup on an exchange program, detailing how her mother alerted the World Service to ensure her safety. The conversation also touched upon the possibility of celebrity participation in shows like Celebrity Traitors, with Maxwell Martin expressing a preference for early bedtimes over late-night filming.

Sir Michael Palin discussed his extensive travels, having visited 100 countries and sharing a particular fondness for Bhutan and Nepal. He also spoke about his experiences in Nigeria, noting the inventiveness of its people despite governmental challenges. Catherine Tate expressed a dream of establishing an animal sanctuary in Nigeria, mentioning an offer of land that could potentially change her life.