No offence celebs – but we like the fake you better. We already know that Twitter is changing the world when it comes to real-time news, but good God it’s great for a laugh too. Some of our favourite celebrity characters are using the social networking site, and since imitation is the sincerest form of flattery you know they’re really at they top of their game when the parody account appears. As if that wasn’t enough, some of our top on-screen characters have gotten in on the act too.
Marty Morrissey (@Marty_Morrissey)
The GAA’S most famous face, Marty Morrissey is apparently a big fan of his fake account, which says a lot for the Clare man’s sense of humour, because our mammies would describe this account as “pure filth”! From tweeting Rihanna to say she left her knickers on the floor to calling out John Terry for lifting his (tea) cup, fake Marty is a force to be reckoned with.
Sample Tweets:
Golf in da morning wit big fat Pat… For me golf is a lot like a woman, if she isn’t holding my wood she should be holding an iron
“My watch told me you aren’t wearing any panties” I am Marty. “Oh, it must be 15 minutes fast”#MartysChatUpLines
Tilda Swinton (@tilda_swinton)
Fashion maverick, incredible actress and all-round other-worldly creature, we are absolutely fascinated by Tilda Swinton. There’s an air of mystery around the ‘We Need to Talk About Kevin’ star and mother of two that makes her absolutely ripe for parody, and her ‘tribute’ tweeter takes full advantage.
Sample Tweets:
My children are better than yours, though I suppose that goes without saying.
Birthdays are really only there to keep up appearances when you’re immortal.
Queen Elizabeth (Queen_UK)
One just loves to laugh. HRH is reported to be good old fun really, but she’s not quite at the stage of social media master. Instead you’ll have to settle for this account, where the fake Lizzy tells us all about the moments that make up a day in the life of a Royal.
Sample Tweets:
No Gary Barlow you can not have a knighthood. Those who ask don’t get.
The King of Tonga thought Catherine was Cheryl Cole. Awkward.
Bertie Ahern (@Bertie Aherrin)
Describing himself as a fan of Bass, brown envelopes and wearing canary yellow jackets, fake Bertie loves a good laugh. Our former Taoiseach’s Twitter alter ego likes saying ‘Jaysus’ (a LOT), ripping the proverbial out of his political successors, and
Sample Tweets:
Jaysus opposition want Enda Kenny to debate fiscal treaty live. Sure dey know he’s as useful as a 1 legged man @ arse kicking contest
Jaysus holiday booked. Me, Biffo, Wee Willie + Prince Philip off 2 San Antonio Ibiza. Have 2 buy 4 sets a glow sticks n town 2day!
God (@Lord_G_Almighty)
Whether this one falls under ‘famous’ or ‘fictional’ is a debate to have amongst yourselves! All we know is that this version of the almighty – is mighty funny. Bit close to the bone by announcing when famous people have arrived (he’s recently welcomed Donna Summer & Robin Gibb), this God also enjoys threatening mankind repeatedly, in a hilarious fashion.
Sample Tweets:
Still can’t get over the 21 million Beliebers. That’s it; sending a giant flood.
Gaga is immortal is trending. Wanna bet?
