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A ‘love letter’ to Billy Connolly is about to go on tour

The show will feature a collection of moving and funny tales about the comedy legend.

The Independent UK

Billy Connolly fans overjoyed by new photo of comedian as he turns 80

‘Hope I look as good at 80 as the Big Yin,’ one fan wrote

The Independent UK

‘Love letter’ to Sir Billy Connolly set for theatre tour

The show will feature a collection of moving and funny tales about the comedy legend.

The Independent UK

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Billy Connolly's star-studded career as we celebrate the Big Yin's 80th birthday

The iconic comedian who hails from Glasgow turns 80 today (November 24), and we've compiled a guide to his life and career to celebrate the man who does it all in the entertainment industry.

Glasgow Live

Billy Connolly’s memorable Glasgow moments in pictures as The Big Yin turns 80

The Big Yin celebrates his 80th birthday today, so we’re looking back on some memorable moments of the star in Glasgow from his decades long career - right back to the '70s.

Glasgow Live

Billy Connolly's 40 funniest jokes and one liners as the Big Yin celebrates 80th birthday

In celebration of the Big Yin's big day, we've pulled together some of his best loved jokes to get your sides splitting.

Daily Record

Shetland reveals new lead after Douglas Henshall's exit from show

ACCLAIMED BBC murder-mystery show Shetland has announced its new lead ahead of the 2023 return – with Douglas Henshall having bowed out as DI…

The National (Scotland)

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The 10 funniest Billy Connolly moments to celebrate the Big Yin's 80th birthday

The Big Yin has been a stalwart in the global comedy scene from 1972 onwards, and is a big part of Glaswegian culture - here we look back on some of his funniest moments.

Glasgow Live

Billy Connolly warns budding comics about danger of alcohol and drugs in industry

The Big Yin told how he risked his own career by drinking too much after shows and advised young comics to steer clear.

Glasgow Live

Billy Connolly reveals new award for Glasgow’s comedy festival

BILLY Connolly and comedy festival organisers have announced a new award celebrating the “spirit

The National (Scotland)

Sir Billy Connolly and Glasgow International Comedy Festival team up to create unique award

The award will be the only official award given by Glasgow International Comedy Festival.

Daily Record

Billy Connolly teams up with Glasgow International Comedy Festival for special award

In a first from the Glasgow International Comedy Festival, they will be awarding a new comic of Glasgow and Billy says the winner ‘will have to be a nutter' like him

Glasgow Live

1970s BBC film explains difference between Glasgow and Edinburgh accent

The BBC show speaks to a number of leading figures including comic Billy Connolly and poet Tom Leonard in an effort to try and explain the differences between the accents of Glasgow and Edinburgh.

Glasgow Live

Sir Billy Connolly tucks into mince and tatties as he stops by Scots pub for favourite grub

The Big Yin tucked into a big plate of the very Scottish dish at The Oak Tree Inn in Balmaha.

Daily Record

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Welcome back, Peter Kay, Britain’s big-hearted maestro of the mundane

The standup is returning to the stage to welcome us back into his lovably parochial world. But will we ever know the man behind the homely persona?

Glasgow Live

12 homegrown Glasgow stars that made it to the Top of the Pops

We may have narrowly missed out on hosting the next Eurovision, but, let's be clear, Liverpool, Glasgow's status as one of the UK's top cities for music has never been in doubt.

Daily Record

Sir Billy Connolly teams up with BBC Maestro to provide lessons to budding comedians

Sir Billy Connolly has given his best tips for a career in comedy.

Evening Standard

Sir Billy Connolly delights fans as comedy icon is spotted at Glasgow restaurant

The comedy legend, 79, now lives in Florida but was seen out and about in his hometown this week

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Comedy legend Billy Connolly spotted out and about at Glasgow restaurant

The comedic genius, who has retired from live performance due to his Parkinson's disease diagnosis, is rarely spotted in public - but one restaurant had the pleasure of serving Sir Billy this week.

Daily Record

Billy Connolly spotted in Glasgow as he delights staff after visiting restaurant

The iconic Scots comedian, 79, posed for a photo with staff at Italian restaurant Mediterraneo.

Glasgow Live

Billy Connolly covered for shipyard pals skiving off work in Glasgow by 'making welding noises'

The Big Yin has shared a priceless memory of working as an apprentice welder - and the tea boy - while his fellow shipyard workers went off to play illicit games of cards.

The Guardian - UK

‘Death? I can’t wait for the adventure!’ Most Haunted’s Yvette Fielding on ghosts, sceptics and the afterlife

The woman who made her name screaming on a rollercoaster in Blue Peter has spent the past two decades screaming for the cameras in spooky castles. She talks about friendly phantoms, doubtful comedians and her mission to terrify the next generation

Glasgow Live

Historic pub considered Glasgow's oldest hosts 230th birthday celebration this weekend

Loved by the likes of Billy Connolly and Gerry Rafferty, The Scotia is well-known for its live music and the many 'characters' that come in for a pint. We spoke to staff about what makes it so special.

Daily Mirror

Jimmy Tarbuck says comic legend's advice kickstarted 60 year career in comedy

Jimmy Tarbuck has said taking Eric Morecambe's advice helped him reach the comedy heights she has enjoyed over his 60 years on stage and TV

Glasgow Live

12 of our favourite Glasgow murals and where to find them

With cool new pieces brightening up the tired corners of the city on a regular basis, there's little doubt that Glasgow is Scotland's mural capital. We take a look at some of the best the city has to offer.

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