Katherine Ryan Expresses Remorse Amid Ofcom Investigation Into Sunday Brunch Appearance

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Katherine Ryan Faces Ofcom Scrutiny Over Excessive Gousto Promotion on TV Show
[Image: Katherine Ryan on Sunday Brunch]

Comedian Katherine Ryan, 41, has expressed remorse after a media watchdog investigation found she excessively promoted Gousto meal kits during a November 2023 appearance on Sunday Brunch. Ofcom ruled her repeated references to the brand—with whom she had a commercial partnership—exceeded “editorially justified” limits, despite hosts Tim Lovejoy and Simon Rimmer disclosing her sponsorship.

Channel 4 acknowledged the breach, stating Ryan’s unsolicited mentions were “unscripted” and outside the show’s editorial intent. The broadcaster confirmed “refresher training” for staff and emphasized its commitment to compliance. Ryan reportedly apologized during a break, assuring no further promotions. Ofcom noted her experience as a regular guest should have ensured adherence to guidelines.

[Image: Gousto meal kit example]

During the live episode, Ryan praised Gousto as a solution for “working mums,” which Ofcom deemed overtly promotional. Channel 4 admitted hosts could have intervened sooner but cited the challenges of live TV.

Ryan’s Savage Celebrity Roasts on Comedy Tour
[Image: Katherine Ryan performing stand-up]

Meanwhile, Ryan’s Battleaxe tour made headlines for her biting jokes targeting high-profile figures. At a London show, she mocked Sean “P Diddy” Combs amid his sex trafficking charges: “Who knew ‘P’ stood for paedo? He hid in plain sight.”

She also teased Love Island’s Maura Higgins over her rumored kiss with married McFly star Danny Jones, joking, “I’d like to see Maura on Celebrity Traitors—just her and married men.”

[Image: Prince Andrew at a public event]

Prince Andrew wasn’t spared either. Referencing the Epstein scandal, Ryan quipped, “Taylor Swift’s responsible for more sobbing teens than Prince Andrew.”

[Image: Tommy Fury and Molly-Mae Hague]

Boxer Tommy Fury, recently reconciling with Molly-Mae Hague after cheating rumors, was dubbed a “walking haircut” and “very stupid” for “getting punched in the head professionally.”

Resolution and Aftermath
Channel 4 reiterated its compliance measures, while Ryan’s representatives declined comment. The incident underscores ongoing tensions between celebrity endorsements and broadcast regulations.

[Image: Channel 4 logo]

Ryan’s dual controversies highlight her unfiltered style—both on-screen and onstage—balancing humor with commercial pitfalls.

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