Paddy McGuinness has always been known for his quick wit and sharp humor, and it seems that not even his personal life is off-limits when it comes to cracking jokes. 

The Take Me Out host recently made a lighthearted comment about his financial situation following his divorce from Christine McGuinness,

suggesting that the split has left him with “no money.”

The 51-year-old comedian and television presenter was married to Christine, a former beauty queen and model, for over a decade before they announced their separation in 2022. 

Despite the end of their marriage, the pair continue to co-parent their three children: 

11-year-old twins Leo and Penelope, and their youngest, Felicity, who is eight.

Paddy’s Lighthearted Take on His Divorce

During an appearance on The 2 Johnnies podcast, Paddy spoke about his latest stand-up tour, sharing his thoughts on performing and how he sometimes gets nervous before going on stage.

“It is a different style of show, but I have just started the second leg, and it has been going down an absolute storm,” he explained.

However, it wasn’t long before he turned the conversation toward his personal life with a self-deprecating joke about his financial situation post-divorce.

“I still get that feeling just before I go on, thinking, ‘[bleep], why are we doing this?’” he quipped. “And then I remember I am divorced… Oh yeah, that’s why! I have no money.”

His remarks sparked laughter from the hosts, who were clearly entertained by his comedic approach to what many would consider a sensitive subject.

Christine’s Reaction to Paddy’s Jokes

While Paddy’s sense of humor has endeared him to fans, not everyone finds his jokes amusing—especially when it comes to his divorce. Christine has reportedly not taken kindly to some of his comments, with sources suggesting that she was particularly upset when he made a similar remark about their split during a stand-up gig in Blackburn last year.

A source at the time claimed that Christine was “devastated” after learning about the joke, feeling “shocked and horrified” that Paddy would publicly turn their divorce into a punchline.

“She didn’t know Paddy was going to make her the butt of his jokes and felt shocked that he did,” the source added.

The End of a 10-Year Marriage

Paddy and Christine first met in 2008 and tied the knot in 2011. Over the years, they built a family together and became well-known for their work in raising awareness about autism after their three children were diagnosed with the condition.

Despite their strong bond, the couple confirmed their separation in July 2022, releasing a joint statement emphasizing that they still had “love and respect” for one another but had decided to go their separate ways.

Since their split, Christine has spoken openly about the emotional challenges she faced, describing the breakup as “devastating.” While she has remained focused on her career and motherhood, Paddy appears to be using humor as a way of coping with the changes in his personal life.

Moving Forward

Although Paddy’s jokes may not sit well with Christine, he remains committed to his career, recently embarking on a new stand-up tour. His ability to laugh at himself and find humor in difficult situations has been a trademark of his comedy style, and it’s clear that he has no plans to change that anytime soon.

Meanwhile, Christine continues to carve out her own path, balancing work with raising her children and embracing new opportunities. Though their marriage may have ended, their shared commitment to co-parenting remains a top priority.

Whether or not Paddy will keep joking about his divorce remains to be seen, but one thing is certain—his ability to turn even life’s most challenging moments into comedy is something his fans continue to appreciate.

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