There’s an uncharitable saying that politics is show business for ugly people. No doubt Count Binface, the rising star of British statecraft, might have some strong words about that.
The wannabe-politician, who last month stood in a by-election against Andy Burnham (widely considered the U.K.’s Prime Minister-in-waiting) is set to run against right-wing MP Nigel Farage in yet another upcoming by-election, triggered after the Reform U.K. leader resigned over an alleged undeclared £5 million ($6.7 million) gift.
Despite Farage’s resignation coming only two days ago, the ballot has already descended into a circus as the politician vowed to stand for re-election, resulting in all the other major political parties pulling their candidates over they’re calling a “political stunt.” Enter Count Binface, the comedian dressed as a trashcan with a serious point to make.
With betting shops now slashing the odds on Binface beating Farage, here’s everything you need to know about the caped container…
WHO IS COUNT BINFACE?
