Comedian Pokes Fun at Royals and Celebrities for Skipping Ticket Fees
Ricky Gervais has added a royal twist to his stand-up anecdotes, revealing a surprising audience lineup at one of his Hammersmith Apollo gigs that included Princes Harry and William, Madonna, and Paul McCartney—all of whom reportedly attended without paying for tickets.
Speaking on the Stick to Football podcast, Gervais recounted, “At the back were Harry and William, Madonna, and Paul McCartney. Not one of them paid. What money have they got between them, that lot?”
Known for his dry wit, Gervais turned the incident into comedic gold, jokingly branding the group’s behaviour as “unbelievable.” The podcast hosts erupted in laughter as he shared the peculiar mix of royalty and music legends who had enjoyed the show gratis.
The tale has added fuel to ongoing criticisms of royal privilege, with some questioning whether Harry and William’s attendance was yet another example of “cashing in” on their royal status. The Palace has not commented on the anecdote, leaving Gervais’s punchline echoing louder than ever.
Whether through royal connections or VIP treatment, it seems the evening left an impression—on the comedian and his fans, if not on the royal purse strings.
