News about Billy Connolly

Veteran Scots entertainer Christian has died at the age of 80 - just days after his final performance. The Glasgow-born singer and pantomime star, real name Chris McClure, had a career spanning more than 60 years. He had been on stage at Fauldhouse Miners' Welfare Club in West Lothian on Saturday and died peacefully at his home in Bishopbriggs, near Glasgow, on Monday. During his career, the showbiz stalwart performed at the city's Pavilion Theatre for more than five decades, toured with Billy Connolly and featured on Top of the Pops with the 1982 Scotland World Cup squad.

The comedian, 65, cut a dapper figure in a wine-red crushed velvet blazer as he headed home hand-in-hand with theatre mogul Lisa, also 65.

Here is a look at some old news. You have undoubtedly forgotten it because it is news so old. The results of a referendum that happened so long ago are troubling; to vote today, you'll have to be at least 44 years old.

Sir Lenny Henry has confirmed that for one reason, including ex-wife Dawn French, he did not have to abandon presenting the iconic telethon, he revealed that missing his former Comic Relief co-hosts, including ex-wife Dawn French, was one reason why he resigned from hosting the renowned telethon. Since its inception as a charity in 1985, the comedian, 65, has fronted the Red Nose Day specials, but has announced that this month will be his last. Sir Lenny, who was married to Dawn from 1984 to 2010, told Radio Times that he'missed his gang' of fellow comedians who co-hosted with him in the 80s, including French and Saunders, Billy Connolly, and late Victoria Wood.

ALAN CHADWICK: The Big Yin's 1975 tour to Dublin and Belfast shows a rise from the stage to pretend it's a bomb in this long-lost fly-on-the-wall film about Billy Connolly's 1975 visit to Dublin and Belfast, where the Big Yin's iconic banana boots are on display. It's a gy, edgy, off-the-cuff moment. (To put it in perspective, three members of The Miami Showband cabaret group were killed by a paramilitary group just weeks before they embarked on Ireland for their tour of Ireland.) It's also a stroke of comedy genius that shows Connolly at his iconoclastic best, a steward exposing the time's volatile nature and horrors while defusing any tension in the audience. The film, which was on a restored print, was reported to be missing after its distributor went bust. An archivist discovered a copy on eBay and bought it for £50. It's been nearly 50 years.

CRAIG HOPE IN LA CASA DE MIJAS: Even in Spain this week, the long arm and booming sound of Gladiators was breaking the tranquillity of a Mediterranean sunset. 'Gladiators, ready!' In the otherwise tranquil La Cala de Mijas, one diner cries in a seaside bar. Why? Mark Clattenburg had just walked in. The former Premier League referee has sworn on the whistle as part of the television revival of the classic Nineties show, in which 'contenders' compete against 'Gladiators' in a series of physical challenges. On Saturday night's prime-time broadcast on BBC One, it has reignited the viewer's imagination. This was one national newspaper review of a 'phenomenal revival'. Clattenburg resists the temptation to return his line of 'Contenders, ready!' To the vivacious soul beneath the evening sun.

Billy Connolly has given his fans a health update as he fights Parkinson's disease. The comedian, who died at the age of 81, was diagnosed with the degenerative disease ten years ago. Billy, who was diagnosed with prostate cancer on the same day, but later became all clear, said being sick felt'strange'.

If King Charles decides to marry for the second time, he would give the Duke and Duchess of York permission to remarry, but another union will be a far cry from their lavish 1986 wedding reception, which featured a 17ft train and a 20ft veil (right). In scenes royal fans would now associate with Prince William, the event featured a young Prince William as a page boy who continued to keep his eyes open throughout the ceremony. The guests arrived at Claridge's Hotel for an after-party that featured a 5ft wedding cake (inset) following a lavish reception that saw the Abbey bedecked with more than 30,000 flowers.

ROGER ALTON has selected the best memoirs of the year, including The Unlikely Duke: Memoirs of an Eclectic Life by Harry Beaufort and Billy Connolly's Rambling Man. The second, a life-affirming ramble to every corner of the Earth, should make you want to grab your banjo and head out onto the open road.

This week is ten years since The Clutha Vaults became a symbol of horrific tragedy after a police helicopter crashed from the sky and crashed through the roof of a crowded Glasgow bar. Just a month before Christmas, ten people were killed amid the chaos and terror that erupted on that tumultuous Friday night.

After being forced to stop working as an architect three years ago, Marc Gauthier (pictured), a French architect from Pessac, was forced to stop practicing as an architect three years ago because of his illness, making it impossible for him to walk. He will slip five to six times a day and will not be able to climb stairs due to mobility issues. However, neuroscientists and neurosurgeons have invented a spinal implant that has enabled Mr Gauthier to walk safely, confidently, and without falling. Pictured correct: Mr Gauthier is walking on his own due to the implant (top) and with assistance when it is turned off (bottom).

The Daily Mail's Weekend magazine has reached yet another magnificent milestone - this month we turn 30! We asked you to share our top ten TV shows so we could compile our definitive list of the 100 Greatest TV Shows voted for by you.

EPHRAIM HARDCASTLE: A Windsor Castle archivist whispers that as they catalog the late Queen's letters and records, as well as Prince Philip, they create a personal history that scholars can depend on. However, she claims that the younger royals prefer emails to writing things down and that they often resort to social media to vent (which is heavily secured and encrypted). There is no such thing as a safe harbor. One of the suggestions that one be introduced has fallen on deaf ears. Historical historians of the past may have a difficult time in the future.

The 80-year-old Scottish comedian has confessed to being 'haters' on his freedom as a result of Parkinson's illness. Sir Billy Connolly was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease a decade ago on the same day he discovered he had prostate cancer, for which he was later informed. However, despite fighting the illness, Sir Billy has expressed appreciation for his "sense of humour" that is lifting his spirits in the dark times.

The charity that runs museums in Scotland's largest city started last year deliberately giving away more than 50 priceless objects from its collections last summer. These coveted cultural treasures had been stolen, according to Glasgow Life, but it was also high time they were returned to their rightful owners. The plans involved returning seven items, including a 14th century ceremonial Indo-Persian tulwar, a type of sword, to various temples and shrines in India , repatriating 19 Benin bronzes to Nigeria and 25 Native American items to the Cheyenne River

Sir Billy Connolly, a Scots comedy legend, has admitted to'serious falls' as the signs of his Parkinson's disease worsened. The 80-year-old was first diagnosed with the degenerative disease ten years ago. In a new interview with his wife Pamela Stephenson, he has admitted that his health is getting worse, causing him to suffer what she calls 'a few major falls'. The Glaswegian described how the disease was creeping on him, saying: 'It's really difficult to see the changes precisely because a slew of events come and go.'

Pamela Stephenson, Sir Billy Connolly's wife, has spoken out about the actor's health issues, revealing that the comedian suffered with "few serious falls" after they noticed his equilibrium was fading. Sir Billy, 80, of Scotland, was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease a decade ago on the same day he found out he had prostate cancer, which was later confirmed. For an article in The Guardian, the comedian and his partner Pamela discussed the degenerative disease, saying, "It's very difficult to see the progress precisely because a number of things come and go."

During King and Queen's three-day visit to France, King Charles'dazzling equerry was seen alongside the King and Queen, delighting royal followers. Hunky Major Johnny Thompson, 39, arrived in Paris today for the royal couple's state visit, and it's safe to say that many eyes were on him. His appearance comes as a line of merchandise based on his likeness was released online. (Pictured: King Charles' dashing equerry Major Johnny Thompson; Inset: New royal merchandise featuring the Major's likeness)

For years, it has boosted Glasgow's reputation and made it a tourist attraction in its own right. However, a huge mural of Sir Billy Connolly is now out to be dismantle to make way for student flats. The 50ft portrait, based on artist John Byrne's art, was unveiled on Osborne Street in Glasgow in 2017 to commemorate the Big Yin's 75th anniversary.

EXCLUSIVE: The hunt for the Loch Ness monster spawned new sightings and the filming of the 'first ever video' of the alleged creature last weekend. A series of photographs (one shown top right), taken by translator Chie Kelly in 2018, but which only became apparent after the new hunt began in 2018, showed an eel-like creature briefly on the surface of the water. Steve Feltham (left outside his mobile home and bottom right in 1991) who holds the world record for the longest Nessie vigil after living by the loch for more than 32 years, calls Ms Kelly's photographs the'most stunning' of the alleged frog ever seen - and he's delighted. Mr Feltham, 60, who first visited Loch Ness at the age of seven in 1970, has dedicated the majority of his life to the hunt for the world's most elusive creature.

It shocked not only the United Kingdom but also the world. And so what's the nation's memory is firmly held on today, 26 years old. We republish Jonathan Mayo's powerful reconstruction of 31 August 1997 as seen through the eyes of royals, politicians, Diana's family and friends, and the mourning public. It was a day that started in the small hours with a high-speed car crash in the Pont de l'Alma tunnel under the Seine in Paris. It was not long before the horrific news reached those closest to her.

In the audience at what seemed to be his last public appearance, just 10 weeks ago, the family of chat show legend Sir Michael Parkinson was shedding tears. On August 16, the 'king of the chat show,' who was fondly referred to as 'Parky' by colleagues and relatives, died inside his Berkshire home surrounded by Lady Mary and their children. Parky said he was 'out of puff' when he appeared at the Hay Festival in Wales to dig into the archives of his legendary TV show.

After his seminal interviews with Muhammad Ali, John Lennon, Billy Connolly, Orson Welles, and many of the country's top actors, Sir Michael, affectionately referred to as 'Parky,' became one of the country's most well-known celebrities. In 20 years of BBC interviews, there were also incredibly funny - and uncomfortable interviews, including being branded while speaking to Rod Hull and Emu, as well as a prickly Meg Ryan. Parky, who appeared on television from 1971 to 1982 and then again from 1998 to 2007, was the last seen in public in April. As he commemorated his friend Dickie Bird's 90th birthday bash, the cricket-mad Yorkshireman appeared frail. Sir Michael Parkinson died peacefully at home last night in the company of his relatives,' said a family's apprehension.' The family has requested that they be given privacy and time to grieve.'

According to smart watch results, people who went on to get Parkinson's disease were significantly slower in their movements between 7 a.m. and midnight on average, compared to those who did not.