While some chalked it up as a "stroke of luck" to catch McIntyre live before Vittorio took the stage with fresh jokes, let's not forget that The McIntyre Phenomenon is hardly lacking in accolades.
Fellow comic Vittorio Angelone, from the 'Mike and Vittorio's Guide to Parenting' podcast, couldn't believe his eyes when he had to go on after "this f**king guy".
Comedy fans stunned as performer takes to stage – before people realise who he is A surprise appearance at a comedy club left the unsuspecting crowd amazed.
The revelation turned heads online after Vittorio shared an image of the mystery funnyman, who ended up being a familiar face from shows like 'Mock the Week' and 'Big Fat Quiz of the Year'.
Some felt that McIntyre would have yielded the stage if asked, as one suggested: "I'm sure he would have let you go on before him if you'd asked."
