Michael Palin Comments on John Cleese’s ‘Bewildering’ Political Shifts
Michael Palin calls John Cleese's political actions 'bewildering,' citing inconsistency and provocative behavior.
POLICY WIRE — London, United Kingdom — Michael Palin has described the recent political activities of his Monty Python co-star John Cleese as ‘bewildering,’ highlighting the actor’s unpredictable nature.
Cleese, known for his work with the iconic 1970s comedy series Monty Python’s Flying Circus, recently expressed support for the far-right group Restore Britain. He praised its leader, Rupert Lowe, on social media, stating that he trusted him more than other political figures and believed he had a better understanding of business and agriculture than Labour leaders.
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Cleese faced backlash for suggesting that traditional British values were under threat from Muslim beliefs, though he denied being Islamophobic, instead identifying as ‘Islamosceptic.’ In an interview with The Times, Palin acknowledged the irony of Cleese’s stance, noting the actor’s history of satirical critiques of religion and his move to a Caribbean tax haven in 2018.
Palin said that while he and Cleese remain close friends, their relationship has been affected by personal tensions, including disputes over friendships with Cleese’s ex-wives. He admitted that some of his actions have not been well-received by Cleese, who prefers a more guarded approach to relationships.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
