Comedian Milton Jones has opened up about the challenges of appearing on the BBC panel show Mock the Week, describing it as an environment where contributors often had to shout over each other to get their jokes heard. The 60-year-old, known for his one-liners, was a regular on the show until it was axed in 2022.
Speaking to the i newspaper, Jones said: 'Mock the Week was always seven people trying to talk at once. If you didn't get in first you didn't do anything. There was an element of selfishness that got frustrating sometimes.' He added that when he sees old episodes on Dave, he thinks: 'Come on, say more!'
Despite the pressure, Jones noted that his distinctive style often ensured his material made the final edit. He remains unconcerned about trends, saying: 'I've been around long enough to have been in and out several times. I don't think I'd want to go with the wind. You just need to do your thing.'
The comedian also addressed joke theft, acknowledging that other comics sometimes paraphrase his carefully crafted gags. He explained that while music artists might sue, in comedy, disputes are typically resolved in the dressing room.
Jones revealed that his signature big hair and vibrant shirts are now made by his 32-year-old son, joking: 'It's child labour. He's seven and he's not allowed out till he's made me a shirt.'
