Our favourite joke from Ireland’s favourite comedian, Dave Allen, was…

Dave Allen had a remarkable ability to find humour in the everyday and the mundane. One of his classic jokes goes, “I was born in a very small village. I asked my father, ‘Where do we live?’ He said, ‘Next to the church.’ I asked, ‘Which one?’ He said, ‘I don’t know, but it’s next to the church.’” His keen observation and dry wit made even the simplest situations hilarious.

Dave Allen was a master storyteller. He once recounted a tale about his childhood adventures, saying, “When I was a boy, I used to get into trouble all the time. My mother would say, ‘Dave, you have to stop playing with fire.’ I said, ‘But Mom, I’m just trying to light a match!’” His ability to turn a simple anecdote into a punchline was unmatched.

Allen’s humour often reflected the quirks of Irish life. One memorable line is, “In Ireland, we have a unique way of showing affection. We insult you, and if we really like you, we insult you more.” His jokes about cultural norms resonated with audiences and highlighted the warmth and camaraderie of Irish society.

Dave Allen was known for his fearless approach to religious satire. One of his famous quips was, “I have a friend who is a very devout Catholic. He once said to me, ‘Dave, you should go to church more often.’ I replied, ‘I would, but I don’t like queuing up for a confession.’” His ability to tackle sensitive subjects with humour while maintaining respect was a hallmark of his comedy.