In an unexpected moment during a live broadcast, BBC host Maryam Moshiri found herself at the center of attention as she seemingly flipped the middle finger just as the network’s countdown reached zero.
It is not one of the things you would expect from conventional television and for sure it was way out of context.
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The incident went viral
The incident quickly went viral, capturing the attention of social media users with most making fun of the quirky moment.
Moshiri, one of the BBC’s chief presenters, displayed the gesture as the camera transitioned to her for the noontime news presentation.
However, within milliseconds, she realized her mistake, composed herself, and began delivering the news with the traditional BBC introduction: “Live from London, this is BBC News.”
Following the incident, Moshiri explained that it was a private joke with the team behind the camera.
She clarified that she was pretending to count down, turning her finger around as the countdown reached one.
Moreover, the unintended gesture, caught on camera, stirred reactions on social media.
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The apology
In a post on social media, Moshiri apologized for the incident, stating that she didn’t intend to offend or upset anyone.
She emphasized that it was not her intention to direct the gesture at viewers or any individual.
Moshiri expressed regret that the lighthearted moment became public, explaining to provide context to the unexpected on-air occurrence.
The incident serves as a reminder of the challenges of live broadcasting and the instantaneous nature of social media reactions.
Despite the unexpected turn of events, Moshiri’s swift response and clarification aimed to address any potential misunderstanding, emphasizing the unintentional and playful nature of the gesture.
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