The eyes have it: Rory Stewart’s ‘magnificently strange’ Newsnight moment goes viral
Clip of the former Tory MP staring intently at fellow panellist is shared widely online
TL;DR
- Rory Stewart's intense stare at a Newsnight panellist became a viral moment.
- The clip has been widely shared on social media and turned into a meme.
- Presenter Matt Chorley stated the behavior wasn't unusual in person but noted its impact on screen.
- This is not the first time Stewart has had a moment go viral online.
- The incident occurred on the first Newsnight episode in its new 7pm slot.