Comedy Terrorist tells his story

Comedy Terrorist Aaron Barschak has told newspapers how he kissed Prince William on both cheeks after gatecrashing his 21st birthday bash.

The comic has sold his story of how he bypassed Windsor Castle security to the Daily Mail, which today devotes another seven pages to his publicity stunt.

And he tells of how his Osama Bin Laden act went down a storm with the 300 guests, including almost every senior member of the Royal family.

He said: "I climbed up on stage, took the microphone from him [William] and started to sing, 'A beard on my cheek would look quite fundamental' to the tune of Marilyn Monroe's Diamonds Are A Girl's Best Friend.

"The entire place erupted into gales of laughter. It was magical. I knew I wouldn't have much time, so I said, 'Ladies and gentlemen, I give you the hair apparent' and picked up my skirt to reveal my wig underneath.

"Everyone roared with laughter. Then I told them they had been hijacked by the Comedy Terrorist and invited them to come and see my show at the Edinburgh Festival,"

"I stepped forward, gave William a kiss on both cheeks, shouted "We love you" and left the stage to rapturous applause. It was fantastic."

Mr Barschak was reportedly caught out when he got Greedy for free champagne after pulling off his audacious stunt, demanding a bottle from the footman who was handing out glasses.

He reported his suspicions to Michael Fawcett, the former aide to the Prince of Wales, and protection officers moved in.

Reports in today's newspapers also tell of Barschak boasting about his comedy talents before Saturday night's escapade.

The Mirror quotes him as justifying his publicity stunts by saying: "I could be seen as a sad, talentless fucker not getting anywhere. But I am talented.

"Meanwhile undeserving cunts get away with producing total rubbish. I'm pissed off with dumbed down culture and the tyranny of mediocrity.

"Somebody has to shout that the emperor has no clothes."

What now for the Comedy Terrorist?

Published: 24 Jun 2003