What could have easily been a Mike Pence moment, only it was Mr. Balls…
Mr Swan and Ed Balls, a former economic secretary to the UK Treasury, are touring Australia to reminisce about the GFC, what was learnt from the experience and how it relates to the economics of today.
However, Mr Balls went slightly off script with a tale about appearing on Strictly Come Dancing in 2016 - the British equivalent to Dancing With The Stars…
Filming opening shots for the series, he and his dance partner were assisted by a six-strong team of hairdressers, wardrobe and make-up artists
In one break during three hours of filming, Mr Balls’ wardrobe person was nowhere to be seen so he asked the producer for a “fluffer”.
“You want what … this is a family entertainment program,” replied the producer.
Mr Balls just wanted someone to take the fluff of his jacket.
It was only later he discovered what a fluffer is: “Someone who comes on between shots in adult entertainment shows to make sure the male star is ready for action.”
It also wasn’t clear whether Mr Balls realised his address was live to an afternoon television audience.
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