Cillian Murphy's Son Aran Creates a Stir on BBC's The Graham Norton Show
The audience and celebrity guests on The Graham Norton Show were left amazed when the camera revealed Cillian Murphy's son, Aran, sitting in the audience. The Peaky Blinders and Oppenheimer star appeared on a repeated episode of the BBC chat show on Friday night, accompanied by his 17-year-old son, leading to gasps and excitement from everyone present.
Striking Family Resemblance Sparks Reactions
Aran Murphy is the spitting image of his Irish actor father, a fact that did not go unnoticed. Pop legend Taylor Swift, who was also a guest on the show, exclaimed, "You can tell!" upon seeing the resemblance. The audience roared with laughter and approval, highlighting the uncanny similarity between father and son.
Taylor Swift Recalls Meeting Murphy's Sons
Swift shared that she had previously met Cillian's sons, Aran and Malachy, at an Oscar party in 2024, shortly after Murphy won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in Oppenheimer. She praised the boys, stating, "Your sons are the future of our world. They were such great conversationalists. They were interesting and interested - that's the real accomplishment." Cillian humorously noted that he wasn't sure if his children were legally allowed at the party, adding a light-hearted moment to the conversation.
Host Graham Norton's Amused Response
Show host Graham Norton couldn't get over the family likeness, quipping, "If this was a gameshow, we've all just won a prize!" His comment summed up the delightful surprise felt by everyone in the studio, making it a memorable segment of the episode.
Connection to Birmingham and Peaky Blinders Premiere
Cillian Murphy, who may appear in Birmingham for the premiere of Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man on Monday, discussed the film during the show. The movie, set in 1940 during World War II, follows an older Tommy Shelby, played by Murphy, as he returns to a bombed-out Birmingham to save his family and nation from a Nazi plot. Barry Keoghan co-stars as an older Duke Shelby. The film will be available at Digbeth's Mockingbird Cinema from Thursday and on Netflix starting next Friday.
This appearance on The Graham Norton Show not only showcased Cillian Murphy's charismatic presence but also highlighted his family life, endearing him further to fans. The moment with his son Aran added a personal touch to the entertainment, reminding viewers of the human side behind the Hollywood star.
