Rylan Clark unveiled his authentic speaking voice in an Instagram video to promote his new digital talk show, “Air Rylan,” surprising his 2.3 million followers.
Rylan Clark surprised his followers with a candid reveal of his authentic speaking voice in a recent Instagram video promoting his new digital talk show, Air Rylan.
The 35-year-old, known for his polished television persona, let his guard down as he announced the launch of the show to his 2.3 million followers.
“So guys, I have been teasing you a little bit, saying that I’ve got something to tell ya and things like that. Well, I can tell you that I have gone and got my own airline. I’m very excited and it’s called Air Rylan,” Rylan announced.
Fans were quick to notice the difference in his voice, which he acknowledged was deeper and had a more cockney accent than what they are accustomed to hearing on screen.
The revelation came after fans drew comparisons to TOWIE’s Mark Wright, prompting a playful discourse in the comments. “Errrmmm why is your voice so deep now?” asked a fan.
Air Rylan’s first episode premiered on September 4 on YouTube (Image: Air Rylan)
“I forgot when filming the vid to put on my work voice. Sorry x,” the star explained, before the fan apologised for causing any offense – “I’m sorry I didn’t mean it nasty, it just sounded strange lol,” to which Rylan admitted, “I know! I’m being serious forgot to put my Rylan voice on lol.”(sic)
The interaction sparked a wave of support for Rylan’s natural voice, with comments such as “@rylan your natural voice is lovely!” and “Your own voice is all you need lovely x.”
Others continued to express their surprise and preference for this more genuine side of Rylan: “Sounds like @wrighty_”, “Wow your voice sounded different not knocking you but you sound more cockney,” “Love your natural voice,” “You’re sounding very much like Mark Wright here hun” and “Your voice?! so sexy!!”
Air Rylan made its debut on YouTube on September 4, featuring internet celebrity GK Barry, with plans to release new episodes weekly.
Rylan claimed he ‘forgot’ to put on his TV voice (Image: Instagram Rylan Clark)
The show promises to replicate the intriguing conversations typically had with strangers on a plane, diving into the good, the bad, and the unforgettable aspects of celebrities’ lives as they share their stories in a unique, airborne setting.
Meanwhile, Rylan is also making headlines for potentially stepping into a new role as host of BBC’s The One Show following Jermaine Jenas’ recent departure.
According to The Sun and betting odds from BetIdeas, Rylan is a strong contender to take over, with odds placed at 9/2.
Lee Astley, a spokesperson for BetIdeas, commented on the speculation, stating: “The news of Jermaine Jenas’ sacking from The One Show on BBC has kickstarted the rumour mill on who will replace him as a permanent host, with Rylan Clark a solid chance in the betting.
Rylan, a man well-versed in the world of television presenting with stints on ITV ‘s This Morning and the Eurovision Song Contest, has been given odds of 9/2 to assume the vacancy left by Jenas as a presenter on BBC’s hit chat show.”
