Dave Thornton doesn’t just tell jokes- he builds entire worlds out of the absurdity of everyday Australian life. Honest, whip-smart, and damn funny, this Geelong export has spent over twenty years proving that sharp wit and genuine warmth aren’t mutually exclusive.

He’s a road warrior who’s performed across four continents – from sold-out Australian theatres to Edinburgh, Montreal, Singapore, and New York – consistently delivering comedy that feels less like a performance and more like your funniest mate recounting their week.

You’ve probably seen Dave lighting up The Project panel or hosting Channel 9’s 20 to 1. He’s battled wits on Would I Lie To You Australia, charmed audiences on Spicks and Specks, appeared on The Hundred with Andy Lee, and popped up on Hughesy, We Have a Problem. He’s also combined his love of comedy and sport hosting Fox Footy’s AFL quiz show The DBeep Test and appearing as a regular panelist on Fox Sports’ The Back Page.

But Dave’s talents extend well beyond the stage and screen. He’s an accomplished actor with roles in Upper Middle Bogan and House Husbands, one of Australia’s most beloved radio broadcasters (including four years on Fox FM breakfast), and an in-demand voice-over artist.

Online, Dave’s stand-up clips have racked up millions of views from fans around the world, proving his comedy translates everywhere. Whether he’s crafting material about fatherhood, family life, or the peculiarities of being Australian, Dave has mastered the art of making strangers feel like insiders. Smart without being smug, personal without being preachy, cheeky but always capable – Dave Thornton is one of Australia’s best, and he makes it look effortless.