Comedian Josh Thomas reveals autism diagnosis in Instagram post

The Aussie comedian has revealed that while working on his TV show Everything’s Gonna Be Okay, he made a huge realisation.

Australian comedian Josh Thomas has revealed he is Autistic.

Last night, the Everything’s Gonna Be Okay star posted on Instagram that while working on his TV show where he plays an older brother to two younger sisters (one of whom is on the Autism spectrum) that something clicked for him.

“I have known for a while now that I’m Autistic,” the comedian wrote on Instagram.

“It’s been a nice experience for me, figuring it out.

“I’ve learnt to understand myself better and it’s helped people around me do the same. There’s been a lot of emotions but the most dominant one has been relief,” he said.

Josh Thomas: “I’ve known for a while now I’m Autistic.” Picture: Chris Pavlich

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“I’ve decided to share this with everyone because the range of autistic people and characters we see in the media is very slim, when the autism spectrum is huge and varied. So, here I am, another version of an autistic person for people to see.”

“Hopefully this helps further colour in, and add texture to society’s idea of what an autistic person is.”

Thomas ended the post with a tongue-in-cheek sign-off: “Thanks! Hugs! Not literal hugs, though. Please. I really don’t like them.”

Fans responded to Thomas’ post, one person who identified as autistic thanked the comic for sharing his news.

“You make me realise it’s not something to be ashamed of. Again, thank you,” the person wrote.

Another fan said: “I love you so much! Thank you for bringing so much positivity in the world.”

Comedian Josh Thomas realised he was autistic while filming show Everything’s Gonna Be Okay. Picture: ABC2

Last year, the entertainer revealed to The Guardian that he was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 28. He said the experience gave him a window to write characters who aren’t neurotypical.