Lucy Beaumont Declares Political Ambitions and Slams Government Over Child Poverty
Comedian and television star Lucy Beaumont has made a surprising revelation about her future career plans, stating she will "definitely" enter the political arena at some point. The 42-year-old, best known for her mockumentary series Meet the Richardsons and her recent appearance on Celebrity Traitors, shared her aspirations in a candid interview with The Times.
From Comedy to Politics: A Planned Transition
Beaumont, who hails from Hull, expressed a firm intention to swap the entertainment world for politics, though she emphasised timing is key. "I want to go into politics at some point. I definitely will," she said. "A few people have said to me, 'You should do that, you'd be good at this,' and I will. But I am not there yet, there are things I want to do first, career-wise." This announcement marks a significant shift for the stand-up comedian, whose work has largely focused on humour and satire.
Criticism of Current Government Policies
As a Labour supporter, Beaumont did not hold back in criticising the current government, particularly on the issue of child poverty. She questioned why authorities "don't act urgently on child poverty," arguing that "that's what they were set up to do, to level things out." Her comments highlight growing public concern over social inequality and the effectiveness of political leadership in addressing pressing societal challenges.
Lessons from Celebrity Traitors Experience
Beaumont's stint on Celebrity Traitors may have inadvertently prepared her for the cutthroat world of politics. In the show, she was double-crossed and betrayed by her castle bestie, singer Cat Burns, and series winner Alan Carr. She managed to reach the seventh episode before being "murdered" face-to-face by the traitors, a dramatic exit that left fans shocked.
Reflecting on the experience, Beaumont noted, "I literally would have bet my life on Cat [being Faithful]. The format is really good but it's all in the casting, they cast a family." Burns, who brutally eliminated Beaumont, later made it to the final only to be banished at the last round table, underscoring the unpredictable nature of trust and strategy—themes that resonate in political environments.
Future Projects and Industry Developments
While Beaumont eyes a political future, she remains active in entertainment. She is set to star in a 40th anniversary production of Jim Cartwright's Road in Manchester this year, followed by a tour with her latest stand-up show, Bad at Quiz Shows, Good With Weirdos. Meanwhile, casting is underway for the second celebrity series of The Traitors, to be filmed in the Scottish Highlands this summer, with rumours of A-listers and even royal family members expressing interest.
Beaumont's blend of comedic insight and social commentary positions her as a unique voice potentially bridging entertainment and politics, sparking discussions on how public figures can influence policy and public discourse.
