Brendan O’Carroll has apologised after a making a “clumsy” joke where “a racial term was implied”.
The incident happened during rehearsals for the upcoming Mrs Brown's Boys Christmas special where only cast and crew were present.
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The BBC temporarily suspended production and launched an investigation with the shows now going ahead as planned.
Brendan O’Carroll has come out with a full apology, explaining that he made a clumsy attempt at a joke while he was in the character of Mrs. Brown.
"It backfired and caused offence which I deeply regret and for which I have apologised," the show creator told The Mirror.
It’s said that those present at the rehearsals were “shocked” by what was said and the incident was reported to the BBC who took action immediately.
The BBC said: "Whilst we don't comment on individuals, the BBC is against all forms of racism, and we have robust processes in place should issues ever arise."
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