“People say nothing can solve the Middle East problem. Not mediation, not arms, not financial aid. I say there is Something. Atheism. Suddenly everyone would be looking at each other thinking, ‘What the fuck were we doing? That was insane! Why are we all wearing these ridiculous hats? Were we drunk?”

Scottish comedian and writer

Frankie Boyle is a Scottish comedian and writer. He first came to wider attention as a regular panellist on Mock the Week from 2005 to 2009, and later created and starred in his own television projects. His work includes Frankie Boyle's Tramadol Nights on Channel 4, Frankie Boyle's New World Order on BBC Two from 2017 to 2022, and Frankie Boyle's Tour of Scotland in 2020. He has also toured and released stand-up specials, and his often provocative humour has drawn public controversy.