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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Jacob Stolworthy

Jack Whitehall says he avoids politics jokes as people think he’s a Tory

Jack Whitehall is very happy to joke about his privilege, but believes this rules him out from being able to joke about politics – especially because everyone thinks he’s a Tory.

The comedian and actor, 37, ruled out voting Conservative, despite being perceived as a supporter due to his background as a privately educated schoolboy.

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