Last night on The Graham Norton Show, Yungblud opened up about a deeply personal story that revealed a side of him fans rarely see. The singer-songwriter, known for his high-energy performances and fearless lyrics, credited David Mitchell — yes, the Peep Show star — with helping him navigate one of the darkest periods of his life: the COVID-19 lockdowns.
Yungblud explained that during the isolation of lockdown, he struggled with mental health and the weight of uncertainty. In an unexpected source of comfort, he turned to the dry, witty humor of David Mitchell on Peep Show. “Watching David Mitchell was honestly a lifeline,” Yungblud admitted. “The sarcasm, the absurdity, the way he just nails every moment… it saved me in ways I can’t even explain.”
The segment quickly became both heartfelt and hilarious, as Graham Norton and the audience laughed along with Yungblud recounting his obsession with rewatching episodes of Peep Show, analyzing every line and joke. “It sounds ridiculous, but honestly, those episodes gave me structure, distraction, and perspective,” he said. “David Mitchell doesn’t know it, but he helped me keep going.”’
Fans of both Yungblud and David Mitchell were quick to respond on social media, praising the singer for his honesty and sharing similar experiences of finding solace in unexpected sources during the pandemic. Many were touched by how pop culture, humor, and art — even a sitcom — can play such a critical role in mental health.
By the end of the episode, it was clear that this wasn’t just a shout-out — it was a testament to the profound impact someone’s work can have on another person’s life. Yungblud’s story reminds us that support and comfort can come from the most unexpected places, even through the screen of a TV show, and that humor, perspective, and human connection remain essential, especially in times of isolation.
