How Old Pam Ayres

So, there I was, wandering around a quaint little bookshop, the kind that's all wonky shelves and dusty corners, when I stumbled upon a book that made me do a double-take. It was a collection of poems by Pam Ayres. Now, I know what you're thinking, "Pam who?" Well, grab a cuppa and let me spill the beans on this fascinating woman who's been tickling our funny bones and tugging at our heartstrings for decades.

Pam Ayres: The Original Comedy Queen

Born in 1947, Pam Ayres is a British poet and comedian who's been making us laugh since the 70s. You might know her from her appearances on shows like Seaside Special and The Royal Variety Performance, or perhaps you've heard her poems on the radio. Either way, she's a national treasure who's still going strong, and I for one, think it's high time we gave her the props she deserves.

Now, you might be wondering, how did this ordinary girl from Berkshire become a comedy sensation? Well, it all started with a bit of luck and a whole lot of talent. Pam was working as a secretary when she sent some of her poems to a BBC radio show. The producer loved them so much, he invited her on the show to perform them live. The rest, as they say, is history.

Poems That'll Make You LOL and Sob

Pam's poems are like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're gonna get. One minute she's got you in stitches with her hilarious observations on everyday life, and the next, she's got you reaching for the tissues with her heart-wrenching tales of love and loss. Take her poem Oh, I Wish I'd Looked After Me Teeth, for instance. It's a riotous account of the perils of poor dental hygiene that'll have you laughing out loud one minute and cringing the next. Then there's The Ballad of the Great White Hunter, a poignant tribute to her late husband, which is guaranteed to leave you with a lump in your throat.

But it's not just her words that make Pam so special. It's the way she delivers them. With her warm, twinkling eyes and that distinctive Berkshire burr, she's got a stage presence that's as charming as it is captivating. She's like your favorite aunt, the one who always tells it like it is and has you in fits of giggles one minute and wise words the next.

Pam Ayres - POSTPONED to 2023, Shanklin Theatre, Cowes, 19 November 2022

Still Going Strong at 74

So, there you have it. Pam Ayres, the original comedy queen, is still going strong at 74. She's written over 20 books, performed countless shows, and even has her own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. And yet, she remains as down-to-earth and delightful as ever. I mean, have you seen her Twitter? It's a treasure trove of wit and wisdom that'll have you scrolling for hours.

Now, I know what you're thinking. "I've been missing out all these years!" Well, don't worry, it's never too late to discover a new favorite. So, grab a copy of her book, You Made Me Late Again! (it's a hoot, I promise), pour yourself a cuppa, and prepare to be entertained, moved, and maybe even inspired. After all, as Pam herself would say, "Life's a piece of shit when you look at it sideways, but it's still the best piece of shit on Earth." Wise words indeed from our beloved comedy queen.