I was on a downwards spiral and enjoying every second of it. Not only was I dying, but I was looking forward to it. On December 27, , Billy announced that he was stepping down from comedy — due to his Parkinsons. Quitting is the right thing to do. I achieved everything I wanted, played everywhere I wanted to… I did it all. He added that the nerves disappeared as soon as he was in front of the audience and that he always preferred performing live to TV appearances.
A gifted banjo player and folk singer, he formed a duo called The Humblebums with Tam Harvey. In they were joined by Gerry Rafferty , who had approached Connolly after a gig in Paisley. After releasing one album, Harvey left the trio, and Connolly and Rafferty went on to release two more albums.
Billy's time with Rafferty influenced his future comedy, as he would tell audiences funny stories in between songs. Billy Connolly has become an accomplished actor since the s, appearing in movies such as:. His 'The Big Yin' nickname was first used during his younger years to differentiate between himself and his father. Broad and strong. Huge, like a bull. And then I got bigger than him, and the whole thing got out of control. Big Billy or Wee Billy?
See more Must Read on Smooth. See more Latest Features. Ed Sheeran. Lionel Richie. Bryan Adams. George Michael. Billy Connolly facts: Comedy legend's age, wife, children and career explained 15 October , Picture: Getty.
More info. Sir Billy Connolly, 78, has shared a rare insight into his marriage to wife, Pamela Stephenson, 71, who is a comedian and psychologist, while discussing how they fared as a couple during the coronavirus lockdown. Billy Connolly opens up about 'brave' choice amid Parkinson's battle. I could have done more telly but I prefer live performance by far. No regrets, no complaints at all.
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