PUNTERS at a cosy local boozer were left stunned after spotting a Hollywood A-Lister behind the bar – before he revealed just why he's taken on the work.
The Brit actor, 66, has been seen pulling pints at a Wiltshire boozer as part of a campaign to keep the watering hole alive.
Despite his numerous movie roles in flicks such as Another Country and Shrek 2, and speculation of a second instalment of My Best Friend's Wedding, Rupert Everett has taken on his very normal side-hustle.
An image posted to Instagram showed him in a black shirt greeting pub-goers at The Swan in Enford and he appeared on Monday's episode of Good Morning Britain to explain just why he's helping out.
Rupert then confirmed to the team his next shift is later this month.
Talking to GMB anchors Susanna Reid and Ed Balls, Rupert explained: "I am part of a big rota.
"Our pub closed down a few months ago and its had a chequered existence for many years, like many pubs.
"It's a rural village and I think the people in the village realise without it, there's no possibility of communication.
"The villagers wanted to keep the pub going and everyone decided to take part in rotas of various roles and I have done a few stints pulling pints."
He told how he was "doing pretty good so far" before making a plug for anyone who was travelling on the A345 to visit.
Ed then asked: "And when are you next pulling pints at this pub?"
He replied: "Probably at the end of the month."
MOVIE REVEAL?
Earlier in the chat, he was asked about the potential of a sequel for chick flick, My Best Friend's Wedding, in which he stars with Julia Roberts.
He confirmed: "I believe there are talks about a sequel, but I can't really say what's happening.
"Mostly because I don't know but I've got my fingers crossed I am going to be involved."
He told how he didn't know the exact details of the plot, as it hasn't been written yet, but confirmed it had been commissioned in the writing stage.
Good Morning Britain presenters
Current presenters:
- Susanna Reid (presenters Monday to Wednesday and alternate Thursdays) – 2014 to present
- Kate Garraway (presenters alternate Thursdays and Fridays) – 2014 to present
- Martin Lewis (Money Saving Expert) – 2021 to present
- Richard Madeley (presents Monday to Thursday) – 2022 to present
- Ed Balls (presents on a rotating basis) – 2022 to present
- Adil Ray (presents on Fridays) – 2024 to present
- Robert Rinder (presents on a rotating basis) – 2024 to present
- Charlotte Hawkins (stand in and holiday cover presenter) 2014 to present
Former presenters:
- Ben Shephard (Thursdays and Fridays) – 2014 to 2024
- Sean Fletcher (Monday–Friday) – 2014
- John Stapleton (Wednesday) – 2014
- Piers Morgan (Monday to Wednesday) – 2015 to 2021
- Lorraine Kelly (Monday to Friday) – 2022
LOCAL HERO
Recently, the pub praised the Cemetery Man star's efforts to support the cause.
In an emotional upload on social media they wrote: "Our wonderful neighbour, actor and film star Rupert Everett has been working shifts behind the bar here, pulling pints!
"We are thrilled and indebted to him for his help in joining our remarkable band of volunteers who've been working tirelessly to save The Swan.
"Thanks so much Rupert! What a local hero."
Rupert has teamed up with CAMRA to help support the white-fronted venue, with a huge outdoor space.
Steve Stringer, secretary of the Salisbury and South Wiltshire branch of CAMRA and an Enford resident, previously said of Rupert's job: "So, you never know who might be serving your drink next time you pop in!"
They have also tried other initiatives to bring fresh faces into the space, including Picnic in the Pub.
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