David Thorne

David Thorne is an Australian humorist, satirist, and New York Times bestselling author. He has gained significant recognition for his unique brand of humor, which often features in his email exchanges and articles based on his own experiences. Thorne's work has been featured on various media outlets, including the BBC, The Late Show with David Letterman, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, and Late Night with Conan O'Brien.

Thorne's rise to internet fame began in 2008 when an email exchange he had, in which he attempted to pay an overdue bill with a drawing of a seven-legged spider, went viral. The exchange led to a surge of visitors to his website, 27bslash6, which features a collection of his humorous emails and articles. This viral moment was a turning point in Thorne's career, leading to the publication of his book, 'The Internet is a Playground,' which debuted at number four on The New York Times Best Seller list.

Thorne's style of humor is dry and often compared to a deadpan delivery, similar to that of Red Meat’s Milkman Dan. His notoriety has earned him appearances on several late-night talk shows, including "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" and the "Late Night with Conan O'Brien." Despite his success, Thorne remains true to his roots, continuing to post his email exchanges and articles on his website. His work is inspired by renowned satirists such as Ricky Gervais, Douglas Adams, and Spike Milligan.

In addition to his work as a humorist and satirist, Thorne has also worked in various roles within the design industry, including as a graphic designer, copywriter, branding consultant, and creative director. He has described his experience working in the design industry as the most uncreative experience of his life. Despite this, Thorne's creative talents are evident in his successful career as a humorist and satirist.