Viewers of *This Morning* were treated to a rather unexpected and cringe-worthy moment on Friday’s show, 

as hosts Dermot O’Leary and Alison Hammond welcomed a professional stripper onto the couch. 

The episode, which opened with a lively debate about the evolution of hen parties, quickly took a turn 

when stripper Mike Stratton shared an awkward and highly unusual story from his career, leaving both the presenters and the audience stunned.

The discussion kicked off with Dermot and Alison inviting events planner Liz Taylor and stripper Mike Stratton to explore how modern-day hen parties have changed. 

While traditional male strippers were once a staple at these celebrations, more Gen Z brides are now opting for alternative activities, such as axe-throwing and escape rooms. 

The hosts wanted to know whether stripper experiences had become outdated, and whether the sight of a man disrobing for a group of bridesmaids was still as popular as it once was.

Mike, who is known as Britain’s “most experienced stripper,” offered insights into the world of male stripping, but it was one particular story that took the conversation to an uncomfortable level. The tale in question was so shocking that it left Dermot hiding behind his show notes in disbelief.

“Can you tell us about the awkward, weird story about you getting booked for a funeral?” Dermot asked Mike, prompting the stripper to recount an incident that left everyone in the studio speechless.

Mike began his story by explaining that a woman had passed away, and in her will, she had requested a rather unconventional final send-off. “She wanted The Full Monty routine at her funeral, specifically the part where he’s stripping to the song ‘Hot Stuff,’” Mike explained. “She wanted it next to her coffin.”

The revelation was enough to leave both Dermot and Alison visibly shocked, with Dermot hiding behind his notes and Alison gasping, “Oh my goodness.”

Mike continued, detailing how he had been contacted by the woman’s son to carry out the strange request. “I said to her son, ‘So everyone knows at this, don’t they?’ and he said, ‘Only a couple of us know,’” Mike shared. The stripper then explained that he and a colleague had been stationed at the back of the church for two hours, as mourners gathered to pay their respects and eulogize the deceased. When the time came, the routine unfolded—an unexpected moment during a solemn occasion.

The bizarre nature of the story sparked an array of reactions from viewers, with many turning to social media to express their discomfort. One viewer tweeted, “New low this feature #thismorning,” while another posted, “Oh Lord above. Hen and stag do stories #thismorning,” alongside an emoji of a woman with a hand over her face. A third person simply wrote, “Jeez wtf #ThisMorning.”

Despite the awkwardness, the segment sparked debate among viewers, with some reflecting on their own experiences with male strippers. One viewer commented, “If my friends surprised me with a stripper, I’d disappear faster than you could say ‘kill me now!’ #thismorning.” Another shared a memory from over two decades ago: “My friend sent the stripper away at her hen do. She was mortified and didn’t want him anywhere near her. Absolute cringe! #thismorning.”

While Mike’s funeral story was the centerpiece of the segment, it wasn’t the only moment that left viewers cringing. Earlier in the show, Alison Hammond had to quickly stop Mike from stripping off live on air, which added to the uncomfortable atmosphere. She was clearly embarrassed by the thought of having to manage such an unpredictable moment, but it was a quick save before things went any further.

For many viewers, Friday’s *This Morning* episode was a tough watch. While some found the story entertaining or simply shocking, others were put off by the sheer oddity of the stripper’s anecdotes. The inclusion of such an unexpected and controversial story seemed to be in stark contrast to the usual light-hearted nature of the show, leaving fans questioning whether the segment had taken things too far.

In the end, Friday’s show will likely be remembered for its cringe-worthy moments and the uncomfortable discussions that followed. It served as a reminder that sometimes, not all topics are suitable for a morning TV audience, and for some viewers, this particular segment may have crossed a line.

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