Dermot O'Leary apologized to Ant McPartlin after a "crazy" joke at the National Television Awards

Dermot O 'Leary allegedly apologized to Ant McPartlin after "ridiculously" saying that he and Dec did not deserve the best gong for best presenter at this year's National Television Awards.

Host X Factor, 45, had already suggested to Holly Willoughby or Graham Norton to hand over the trophy and claim the trophy, breaking the 18-year-old presenter's duo record.

He told the Sun: "If they win, having not been on TV, we can throw the sponge as well."

Joker: Dermot O 'Leary allegedly apologized to Ant McPartlin after "ridiculously" saying that he and Dec did not deserve the best gong for best presenter at this year's National Television Awards.

But now, Ant has revealed that Dermot was quick to send him text messages and apologize, apparently explaining how he was just joking.

Addressing the same publication, Ant recalls: "He was joking a bit. I say a little because it was one of those nonsense to say that it will be taken seriously.

"He said," Oh, my God, I'm really sorry. "I asked him to fight in the schoolyard by answering" 3 pm, satchels off. "Then I said," Look, I understand, no problem. "

Fun: X Factor's host suggested that Holly Willoughby or Graham Norton invest to win the trophy, breaking the 18-year presenter's duo track record (photo from 2018)

Very busy schedule: Ant and Dec will not be at Tuesday's awards ceremony as they are due to film an audition in Britain with Got Talent (2017 photo).

Ant and Dec will not be on Tuesday's awards show, as they are about to film an audition in Britain with Got Talent.

But Ant said, "If we win – and I hope people will vote again – Dec deserves it. He worked his socks this year. If we win, Dec will have to take most of it and I will take some for my few shows last year. "

At the same time, Ant returned to work Friday after a year-long absence from the television sector after a charge of drunken driving.

On stage on the first day of the auditions of Britain & # 39; s Got Talent, he told fans that he was "emotional" but "delighted" to be back. at the London Palladium.

He is back! Ant returned to work Friday after a year of absence from the television sector following a charge of drunken driving

He participated in the pre-recorded part of last year's series, but Dec has hosted the live shows only.

Dec presented the series on Friday, telling the audience, "We have the judges as such, the golden ring is back and someone else is back in. My co-host of the series, I will Please welcome Mr. Ant McPartlin. & # 39;

Taking the stage, McPartlin said, "Hello everyone. Oh my God, I'm really moved now. You've missed me all.

What a great show to come back, I'm delighted, I'm on the moon. Should we go before I cry? The two men then intertwined on stage under the cheers of the public.

The old team: On Friday, Dec s went on social media to publish a selfie alongside his old friend, which pleased the fans that the duo finally came together.