Rylan Clark has once again found himself at the centre of a social media storm after making a light-hearted joke about being “cancelled… again,” inadvertently reopening wounds from his controversial immigration comments on This Morning last August.

The 37-year-old presenter, known for his self-deprecating humour, posted the quip on X (formerly Twitter) following a segment on the ITV daytime show discussing public backlash to celebrity opinions. “I’m cancelled… again,” he wrote alongside a laughing emoji, clearly intending it as playful banter. Yet for many viewers still angry about his earlier remarks, the joke landed like a spark on dry tinder.

In August 2025, Clark sparked outrage during a discussion on small boat crossings when he suggested the UK should “open the borders” and “let everyone in,” adding that Britain had “plenty of room.” The comments triggered more than 800 Ofcom complaints, with critics accusing him of trivialising a serious issue and showing disregard for border security and public concern over illegal migration.

Ofcom ultimately ruled that the remarks did not breach broadcasting standards, but the episode left a lasting mark. Clark later clarified that his comments were “taken out of context” and meant to highlight the humanitarian side of the debate, not advocate unrestricted entry.

Supporters have rushed to defend the presenter, praising his right to express opinions and pointing out the disproportionate reaction. “Rylan was joking — he’s allowed a sense of humour,” one fan wrote. Others argued the original backlash was overblown, with many viewing his August stance as compassionate rather than reckless.

Critics, however, see the latest joke as tone-deaf. “If he’s joking about being cancelled again, it shows he still doesn’t get why people were upset,” one complainant told the Daily Mail. Social media has reignited the debate, with #RylanCancelled trending briefly and users accusing him of failing to learn from the experience.

The incident highlights the precarious tightrope walked by daytime TV presenters on divisive topics. This Morning has faced similar scrutiny in the past, and Clark’s high profile — from The X Factor to Big Brother’s Bit on the Side and Strictly It Takes Two — makes him a frequent target.

Clark has not directly addressed the renewed criticism, but friends say he remains unfazed, viewing the joke as harmless self-mockery. “Rylan laughs at himself more than anyone,” a source close to the star said. “He’s not losing sleep over Twitter storms.”

As 2025 draws to a close, the episode serves as a reminder of the polarised climate surrounding immigration discourse in Britain. For Rylan Clark, what was intended as humour has once again thrust him into the cancellation crossfire — proving that in today’s media landscape, even a cheeky swipe can reignite old flames.