Graham Norton is still very much active on TV and in the public eye in 2026, but recent headlines have mostly focused on his health and his ongoing work behind the camera rather than any scandal or disappearance.

What’s happened recently?

  • In late 2025, Norton publicly addressed a long‑term health issue , saying he had been “struggling” and had undergone an operation earlier that year.
  • He was spotted wearing a sling at the BAFTA TV Awards, which sparked concern among fans, but he later clarified that he was recovering and still committed to his projects.

Is he still on TV?

Yes. As of January 2026, The Graham Norton Show continues to air on BBC One (and BBC iPlayer), albeit sometimes in a later time slot —for example, an episode in late January started at 11:15 pm instead of the usual 10:40 pm due to scheduling changes around The Traitors.

New episodes are still being announced for early February 2026, confirming he has not left the show.

Other projects and “what happened” angle

  • Norton is also moving further into scripted TV and film production : his novel Forever Home is being adapted into a drama series for Channel 5 (Paramount’s 5) , with him serving as executive producer.
  • This has led to some online chatter framing him as “moving on” from pure chat‑show hosting to more behind‑the‑scenes work, which may be what people mean by “what happened to Graham Norton.”

Fan and forum reaction

On forums and social media, fans have been supportive after his health update, with many expressing concern but also celebrating his return to TV and his new projects.

So in short: nothing dramatic has “happened” to him beyond a health scare and a shift toward producing , and he remains a regular presence on British television.

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