Scots comedian Fern Brady is currently under investigation by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) after a complaint was made that her tour poster is seen as mocking the Christian faith. The promotional materials for Fern Brady’s ongoing tour depict the comedian squirting breast milk onto a man dressed in religious ceremonial clothing, alongside a stained-glass window with the text “I gave you milk to drink”, which is the name of her latest comedy tour. The ASA confirmed they received a complaint about the online ad and have launched a formal investigation to determine if the ad breaches UK advertising rules.
Fern Brady, originally from Bathgate, gained recognition through performances at competitions like the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and appearances on comedy panel shows such as 8 Out of 10 Cats and Taskmaster. She has openly discussed her late autism diagnosis in 2021, which significantly impacted her life, detailed in her well-received 2023 memoir, “Strong Female Character”. In response to the complaint, Fern Brady took to social media, acknowledging the issue with a post that read, “Whoever complained about the poster, thanks a lot.” The comedian has not yet provided further comments on the investigation.
The ASA stated that they will release their findings in due course after examining whether the promotional materials for Fern Brady’s tour are offensive towards the Christian faith. The watchdog’s investigation aims to address the concerns raised about the poster’s content and the potential implications related to religious sensitivity. As the inquiry unfolds, Fern Brady continues to perform her tour across the UK until November 20. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
In summary, the ASA is investigating claims that Scottish comedian Fern Brady’s tour poster is disrespectful to the Christian faith. The poster features her squirting breast milk onto a man in religious attire, with a stained-glass window backdrop. Fern Brady, known for her comedy and previous television appearances, has acknowledged the complaint on social media. The outcome of the investigation by the ASA is awaited amidst discussions around the poster’s content and its impact on religious sentiments.