I’ve got little ankles and a bit of a belly, so it makes me look rather an egg on legs.
Meaning of the quote
Johnny Vegas, a British comedian, is saying that he has small ankles and a bit of a rounded belly, which makes him look like an egg on legs. In other words, the shape of his body makes him resemble an egg-like figure with legs. This is a humorous way for him to describe his physical appearance.
About Johnny Vegas
Johnny Vegas, the English comedian, actor, writer, and director, is known for his thick Lancashire accent, husky voice, angry comedic rants, and use of surreal humor. He has had notable television roles, including Moz in the BBC Three dark comedy Ideal and Geoff Maltby (“The Oracle”) in the ITV sitcom Benidorm.
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