Ed Sheeran criticised for drinking comments

Ed Sheeran divided opinion in Ireland after his appearance on the Late Late Show.

Many viewers praised the Galway Girl singer for his down-to-earth personality and likeability.

On the other hand, the ginger star also received plenty of stick for his bad language and the fact that he admitted to “drinking everyday”.

Host Ryan Tubridy was talking to the star about his perceived personality amongst the public as a “normal guy”.

Sheeran questioned if the image was accurate, and admitted that he is a bit crazy sometimes.

He revealed that he enjoys drinking with his friends, and that most creative people have a little bit of a wild side.

Sheeran used Irish music legend Shane MacGowan as an example of a creative person who famously liked to party.

The interview led to a mixed reaction on Twitter.

Some were impressed with Sheeran’s honesty. Here are a few of the more positive tweets.

I love Ed Sheeran on the #LateLate He's so down to earth and genuine. I love how he is just himself, and he talks to Ryan as if he's his friend. He has such a lovely personality.I love the advice he gave, to just always be yourself.Ireland will always love Ed.He's so good to us.

— ILoveNiallHoran (@ThrowbacksNarry) December 15, 2017

I was never a fan of @edsheeran , but listening to him on @RTELateLateShow just now, I am converted. What a down to earth talented young man. Best of luck to you for many, many years #LateLate #EdSheeran

— Charlotte O'Sullivan (@eirerebel1965) December 15, 2017

#latelate Really enjoyed Ed Sheeran's interview. Such a normal guy who is who he is and doesn't put on an act for anyone. He's a class artist.

— Ide McAuliffe (@doteen) December 15, 2017

There were also plenty who were unimpressed with Sheeran’s comments:

Jesus Christ Almighty, #EdSheeran just said he drinks every day and the #LateLateShow audience laughed and applauded him. Well done Ireland #latelate

— The Cork Coypu (@CorkCoypu) December 15, 2017

Only in Ireland would they clap when Ed Sheeran says he needs a drink every day #LateLateShow

— Victoria Tracey (@Victoria__Trace) December 15, 2017

The definition of horror: an entire late late show special just with Ed Sheeran

— An Enormous Christmas Bitch (@ConAirBreen) December 15, 2017

Here is a brief clip from the interview. Take a look and decide for yourself.

“I think I am quite mental… I definitely do some weird things. Everyone always comes up to me and says 'oh you’re so normal' but actually I’m not!” – @EdSheeran on the #LateLate right now. pic.twitter.com/akmHHBqDzA

— The Late Late Show (@RTELateLateShow) December 15, 2017

Written by Andrew Moore