Former Prince Andrew becomes the butt of the year's best Christmas cracker joke
It's been a challenging year for Prince Andrew, stripped of his royal status and now the target of a hilarious Christmas cracker joke. The annual competition, commissioned by U&Gold (Comedy Gold), showcases the British public's wit with a topical winner that satirizes the biggest news stories of the year.
This year's winner, penned by Ben Smith from Chelmsford, humorously captures Prince Andrew's downfall: "Why is Prince Andrew not writing any Christmas books? He hasn't got any titles!" The joke not only made it to the top but also secured a second spot in the top 10, indicating its lasting impact on the public's memory.
The competition's second place went to a joke about Oasis, referencing their highly anticipated reunion tour. The winning jokes this year cover a range of topics, including politics, pop culture, and celebrities. Other finalists include jokes about Angela Rayner, Nigel Farage, Lily Allen, David Harbour, Sabrina Carpenter, and Claudia Winkleman.
The judges praised the quality of the entries, with Bruce Dessau, the chair of the panel, calling it one of the best years for the competition. He highlighted the mix of topical jokes that satirize the year's news. Gerald Casey, the UKTV director, echoed this sentiment, noting the public's enduring humor in response to the news.
The top 10 jokes this year include:
1. Why is Prince Andrew not writing any Christmas books? He hasn't got any titles.
2. Why don't Noel and Liam want to open their presents early on Christmas morning? They need a little time to wake up.
3. Which pop star carves her own wooden nativity scene? Sabrina Carpenter.
4. What do Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and a snowman have in common? They're both out in the cold.
5. What is a French burglar's favorite Christmas film? Louvre, Actually.
6. Could Lily Allen and David Harbour get back together for Christmas? Stranger Things have happened.
7. Why won't Angela Rayner get any Christmas presents this year? Santa can't decide which address to deliver to.
8. What is Claudia Winkleman's favorite part of Christmas dinner? The Taters.
9. Does Celia Imrie beat her family at Christmas party games? Yes, she trumps them all.
10. Where has Santa been more than Nigel Farage? His house in Clacton.
