I am a big fan of Bruce Forsyth. I just don't agree with him on this one.
Claiming the word 'paki' is harmless is just ignorance.
What Anton said to Laila was wrong and he has apologised unreservedly for this. Nor do I in any way excuse or condone the use of such language
At one time the Americans used to call us 'limeys' which doesn't sound very nice, but we used to laugh about it. Everybody has a nickname.