Sir william billy connolly cbe born 24 november 1942 is a scottish comedian. Billy connolly variety theatre part 12 of 19 by 8eios7. He is sometimes known, especially in his native scotland, by the nickname the big yin the big one, a reference to his height. William billy connolly, cbe, born 24 november 1942 is a comedian, musician, presenter, and actor. When people say its always the last place you look. An audience with billy connolly full show stand up comedy. Nov 14, 2015 an audience with billy connolly full show stand up comedy. Billy connolly is a national treasure with a career spanning over 50 years, and has been granted a knighthood. He recalls writing his first political song free the people in response. See more ideas about billy connolly, actor and comedians. Billy connolly and michael caine on parkinson from mullis partners duration. I bought this book hoping to read something new about billy,because ive.
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