- Impromptu onboard performance from award-winning comedian.
- King of one-liners Tim Vine says his ācareer has peakedā after onboard routine.
- Virginās train manager Darren Jones spotted the celeb and invited him to perform.
Virgin Trains customers have been treated to an impromptu onboard performance by one-liner legend Tim Vine.
The award-winning comedian delivered a five-minute set over the tannoy of the Euston to Manchester service after being invited to share some gags by Train Manager Darren Jones.
After announcing himself as āyour onboard comedianā, Tim followed up with a series of quips, including: āI said to this bloke Iād like to find out when the next train from London to Glasgow is. He said why donāt you look online? I said itās a bit dangerous isnāt it?ā
After the set, the comedian said his ācareer had peakedā and was cheered by fellow passengers as he returned to his seat.
Train Manager Darren Jones asked the comedian if he wanted to make an announcement shortly after checking his ticket.
He said: āWhen I asked for his ticket, I immediately recognised him and we had brief chat. I asked if he was up for doing an announcement. It turns out heās always wanted to do it and accepted the challenge straight away. It made me really laugh. As he walked through a few people said: āNice one Tim.ā There was great feedback.ā