“There is no doubt I have offended many people. No doubt, also, that I have blasphemed. I sometimes try to offend as part of my routine - after all, the essence of humour, even in a child, is the effort to shock and surprise.”

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.