Noel Edmonds has faced criticism after his decision to release lobsters purchased from a store back into the ocean. The 77-year-old received backlash from fans for this action, which he described as “bizarre.”

In a peculiar Instagram video, the host of Deal or No Deal defended his choice while wearing a bright red boiler suit and a white hard hat. He sarcastically mentioned going to bed as he addressed the camera before disabling comments on the post following the controversy from his previous upload.

Noel and his wife, Liz, bought two lobsters from a shop in the Isle of Man, aiming to set them free. Despite their good intentions, the move sparked negative reactions online, with some accusing Noel of causing harm to the lobsters by releasing them into the sea.

The owner of the Isle of Man Farmshop, Matt Harrison, known as ‘Lobstergate,’ supported Noel’s decision to sell live lobsters, emphasizing that they are locally caught and regularly delivered. However, some fans and online commentators expressed concerns about the well-being of the lobsters after being removed from their original tank.

While Noel’s gesture was meant to show love and respect for all creatures, it raised ethical and practical questions about the welfare of the lobsters and the impact of releasing captive marine life back into the wild. Despite the mixed reactions, the controversy surrounding Noel’s lobster release continues to spark debate on social media platforms.

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