Former PM Jacinda Ardern set for major UK talk show appearance on December 5, joining Kate Winslet and Seth Meyers.
Ski Fm NZ listeners, mark your calendars! Former Prime Minister Dame Jacinda Ardern is confirmed to appear on the iconic red couch of The Graham Norton Show. This highly anticipated booking signifies a prominent next step for Ardern as she transitions her focus from the intense world of global politics to international advocacy and media engagement.
The BBC has listed the former New Zealand Prime Minister as a distinguished guest for Series 33, Episode 10, which is due to air in the UK on December 5, 2025. Kiwi viewers can expect to see the show screen locally on TVNZ and TVNZ+ approximately a week later, on December 12.
Promoting the Documentary
Ardern’s appearance on Norton’s famous show is strategically timed to coincide with the promotional tour for her autobiographical documentary film, Prime Minister. The film, which garnered acclaim after winning the Audience Award at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, is slated for release in the UK and Ireland on the same day as the talk show airs. The documentary offers an intimate, unflinching portrait of her time in office, featuring rare home video footage provided by her husband, Clarke Gayford.
This engagement continues Ardern’s high-profile presence in international media—she has previously been a guest on major US late-night programs like The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and The Daily Show—but this marks her debut on Graham Norton’s globally watched platform.
A Distinguished Lineup
Ardern will be seated alongside a distinguished lineup of international stars. The confirmed guests for her episode include Oscar-winning actress Kate Winslet, renowned comedian Alan Carr, and fellow US Late Night talk show host Seth Meyers.
Graham Norton’s show is celebrated for its lively, conversational dynamic, which often draws out candid and engaging stories. It will be fascinating to observe Dame Jacinda Ardern share the stage with these figures, potentially offering unique perspectives or memorable anecdotes from her tenure leading the country. This platform underscores her ongoing international relevance in the fields of climate action and combating violent extremism.
For Ski Fm NZ listeners, don’t miss this opportunity to see our former leader in a new and engaging show format!
