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Billy Connolly and Sean Connery through its gates has cancelled the attraction for a second year due to coronavirus. The Lonach Gathering in Aberdeenshire is a firm fixture in the games diary and is a big hit among celebs.

Billy Connolly has unveiled new artworks inspired by Bob Dylan and the “torture” of exercising in gyms.The Big Yin completed the six drawings as part of his Born On a Rainy Day series. In a video filmed at his home in the Florida Keys, Billy, who has Parkinson’s disease, looked healthy as he spoke about creating the works.

Sir Billy Connolly is set to release a new autobiography this year called 'Windswept and Interesting'.'Windswept and Interesting' will be the comedian's first full-length autobiography, with Scottish national treasure revealing the truth behind his life.While there are already a few books about the star published already, this will be the first written in his own words and is sure to provide many laughs.Billy Connolly said: "It’s the first time I’ve done this.

Billy Connolly has appeared on video for the first time since his Covid vaccination to talk about his latest artwork and hatred of going to the gym.The legendary Scots comedian who recently got his second jag, looked in good health as he spoke of his latest portfolio of pictures and told some stories behind his artwork.Billy, 78, who wore a t-shirt as he relaxed in the garden to talk about his new Born On A Rainy Day series of artwork which is officially launched on March 7, spoke about the

coronavirus in the last 24 hours.The First Minister also announced a further 885 positive cases have been detected overnight, bringing the total to 185,839.The Scottish death toll now stands at 6,916 since the start of the pandemic last March.A total of 1,222 patients are currently being treated in hospital for the deadly virus with 98 in intensive care.The new figures come as the vaccination programme continues amid threats of new variants of coronavirus.Scots comedy legend Billy Connolly has

Covid-19 jab with the star now fully vaccinated against the virus.The Big Yin wore a mask as he got the injection at his local supermarket in Florida.His wife Pamela Stephenson shared a picture on social media of the Scots funny man who said 'wee jab - nae bother!' as he got the jag.The couple have been left 'relieved' the 78-year-old icon has some protection as he battles Parkinsons.Billy and Pamela, who have been married for 30 years, now live in the USA while the retired comedy legend battles

Billy Connolly was among the latest to get the jab.A photo of the iconic Scots comic, 78, receiving the first dose was shared on Twitter by his thrilled wife Pamela Stephenson. Follow along for all the latest updates from throughout today. The First Minister insists she hasn't set foot in her official residence since the first lockdown.It follows a whistleblower's claims work was being carried out at Bute House, allegedly against the current rules.Sturgeon said she does not have special

Sir Billy Connolly has been vaccinated against COVID-19. The 78-year-old comedian has received the first of his two jabs against the illness, according to his wife Pamela Stephenson.

Billy Connolly 's hilarious verdict on what he thought would happen if Donald Trump ever ended up as president.

Sir Billy Connolly has made peace with death. The 78-year-old comedian revealed he has come to terms with the fact that his Parkinson's disease will eventually kill him but said he is remaining positive.

He told The Mirror: 'Since the Parkinson's I'm still the same in many ways, but I don't think as sharply as I need to to be a stand-up, I've done 50 years and that's plenty. Quitting is the right thing to do.

Billy Connolly has made peace with death amid his battle with Parkinson’s disease.

Sir Billy Connolly as he bows out from his legendary stand-up comedy career in an an "uplifting and emotional" TV special. The Big Yin is set to star in ITV's documentary 'Billy Connolly: It's Been A Pleasure' from his home in Florida, which airs tonight in England and on December 30 here in his home country.

Billy Connolly is set to wrap up his career with a final one-off documentary exploring his long and difficult battle with Parkinson’s disease.The Scottish star began treatment for the illness in September 2013 after previously acknowledging he was starting to forget his lines during his live shows.MORE: 16 celebrities you'd be surprised to know have health battlesIn 2019, Billy opened up about his struggle with the illness, and how his diagnosis made him stop performing in an interview with

The Mirror: 'Since the Parkinson's I'm still the same in many ways, but I don't think as sharply as I need to to be a stand-up, I've done 50 years and that's plenty. Quitting is the right thing to do.

Billy Connolly will mark the end of his stand-up comedy career with a TV special, airing on Monday 28 December. The Scottish comedian, actor, musician and artist, 78, will star in the “uplifting and emotional” special that will be broadcast on ITV.

Parkinson’s disease, it is comedy legend Sir Billy Connolly.Billy, 78, was diagnosed with the degenerative disorder in 2013 and it has taught him life-affirming and inspiring lessons about the people around him.He said: “It’s taught me to ask for help. That used to bother me but you have to be brave enough to ask.“If I ask for a hand up out of my chair, people can’t get there fast enough.

Billy Connolly has said he feels Scotland is "getting closer" to independence after being cheated by Brexit.Previously a vocal opponent of Scottish independence, Sir Billy announced his support for the movement following the 2016 Brexit referendum.The 78-year-old comedian said he thought Scotland was moving towards leaving the union. He said: "I think they're getting close to it.

ITV documentaryBilly Connolly: It’s Been a Pleasure where he was upfront about what was to come. He said: “It’s got me and it will get me and it will end me but that’s OK with me.

Sir Billy Connolly performed his last stand-up comedy gig in 2017.He was forced to stop touring by ill health. As he put it after being diagnosed in 2013: “I’ve got Parkinson’s disease.

Billy Connolly: It’s Been A Pleasure as his final show before retiring.Billy Connolly: It’s Been A Pleasure is set to look back on his decade-spanning career, and will include appearances from Sir Paul McCartney, Sir Elton John, Sir Lenny Henry, Dustin Hoffman, Russell Brand, Whoopi Goldberg, Aisling Bea and Sheridan Smith all sharing their memories of Connolly’s career.The ITV special will also include interviews from “the woman who knows Billy best”, Connolly’s wife, Pamela Stephenson.In a

Sir Billy Connolly is planning to bow out from his stand-up comedy career in an an "uplifting and emotional" ITV special. The Big Yin is set to star in ITV's documentary dubbed 'Billy Connolly: It's Been A Pleasure' from his home in Florida.

art collection.Pamela Stephenson said six drawings completed by the comedian in recent months were “extraordinary”.She compared the 77-year-old, who is suffering from Parkinson’s disease, to French artist Henri Matisse, who turned to creating cut paper collages when ill health left him unable to paint in his later years.The latest instalment of Connolly’s Born on a Rainy Day series has been unveiled by gallery bosses at Castle Fine Art in London.

David Tennant spoke of his shock when his minister father swore in front of him for the first time while impersonating Billy Connolly.

SAS soldier who was a bodyguard for Sir Billy Connolly has been laid to rest in a poignant ceremony in Thailand. David Penman was renowned for his bravery after he pulled an injured comrade from a burning plane in 1999.

humour.From Stanley Baxter and Chic Murray to Billy Connolly and Kevin Bridges we've produced a load of great comics. We've all heard some of the old classics:A Glasgow woman goes to the dentist and gets into the chair."Comfy?" asks the dentist.To which she responds: "Govan."Thankfully, these professional comedians are much cleverer when it comes to jokes and one liners.“Trump’s nothing like Hitler.

Billy Connolly's “trademark” foul language is not aggressive and films of his shows should not be X-rated, censors have ruled. The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) has said the comedian's use of swearing is part of his "trademark style" and is not intended to insult anyone.

Billy Connolly.The 57-year-old Brazilian says partying with the Big Yin wasn’t always “in the best possible taste”, to borrow the catchphrase used by an Everett character, but was always fun.The busty star, who appeared on DJ and presenter Everett’s prime-time TV show from 1981 to 1988 – usually wearing suspenders and stockings or dressed as a French maid – became close friends with Connolly during filming.Cleo said: “Billy is the loveliest man on the planet and he and Kenny had the jolliest

independence is a good idea – but he is not a fan of nationalism and thinks the world of politics is both “shabby” and “shoddy”.The Big Yin, who did not back either side in the 2014 referendum, has not ruled out supporting independence in the event of IndyRef2.But he is adamant he will never align himself with any political party.The comedian, who has been a vocal opponent of Scottish independence in the past and refused to attend the opening of the Scottish Parliament, describing it as a

His dirty jokes and X-rated routines made him a household name but Sir Billy Connolly has revealed that when it came to having sex as a young man he was clueless.

Sir Billy Connolly has revealed his first nickname – and it’s about as far removed from The Big Yin as you can get.

Sir Billy Connolly has seen his earnings drop since retiring from stand-up, new figures have revealed.

Sir Billy Connolly has teamed up with an Edinburgh-based chocolatier to design a special chocolate bar to raise a smile as well as some much needed funds for NHS charities.

There are some great Disney flicks featuring Scottish stars to binge watch during lockdown.

Sir Billy Connolly has revealed he would like to see Robert Carlyle play him in a movie based on his life.

Sir Billy Connolly has said he may consider a return to acting if a 'nice thing' came up - despite living with Parkinson's.