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Billy Connelly Discusses His 'Terrifying' Difficulties With Memory Loss
Billy Connelly has publicly addressed his ongoing troubles with memory loss, saying that the frightening deterioration of his mental health is beginning to affect his live shows as well as his personal life. The Scottish...
By Joe Wilde in Movies / TV / Theatre on 23 April 2013
Brave Takes Home The Oscar For Best Animated Film Academy Awards Ceremony
Pixar added yet another Academy Award to the pile last night as the Disney-owned studio's fantasy blast from the past Brave picked up the top prize for animation at the star-studded event.The film, inspired by...
By Joe Wilde in Movies / TV / Theatre on 25 February 2013
Dustin Hoffmans' Directorial Debut, 'Quartet', How Did He Do?
Double Oscar winner Dustin Hoffman has, at the age of 75, finally switched to directing. While many were surprised it had taken him so long, others were distinctly apprehensive about what Hoffman may offer. As...
By Lorna Greville in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 25 January 2013
Quartet Is A 'Labrador' Of A Film: Average Reviews For Dustin Hoffman's Directorial Debut
Very little of the criticism levied at Dustin Hoffman's directorial debut, Quartet, are serious. Largely because it's not a particularly serious film. The whole thing is lighthearted fun, behaving like a bit of a playground...
By Lorna Greville in Movies / TV / Theatre on 04 January 2013
A Week In Movies Feat: Naomi Watts Powerful In The Impossible, Dustin Hoffman Directs Quartet And Screenwriter Dan Fogelman Talks Barbra Streisand
After the holiday season, the movie world is slowly cranking up to speed. Although the really big news doesn't start until next week, with the announcement of the Oscar and Bafta nominations.This week's biggest nominee...
By Staff Writer on 04 January 2013
Billy Connolly Defends Frankie Boyle's Controversial Jokes
Billy Connolly has spoken out to defend fellow funnyman Frankie Boyle, insisting critics should ignore the controversial comedian if they are offended by his jokes.Scottish comic Boyle has previously sparked public outrage with his abrasive...
By WENN on 13 December 2012
Pictures: Stars Come Out As Jude Law Honoured Whilst Andrea Riseborough's Outfit Stands Out At The British Independent Film Awards
Jude Law was undoubtedly the biggest star on show at the British Independent Film AwardsThe stars came out in style for the annual British Independent Film Awards at the Old Billingsgate and there were fewer...
By in Movies / TV / Theatre on 10 December 2012
Pictures: The Hobbit Premiere, Cate Blanchett, Elijah Wood, Peter Jackson
Cate Blanchett Looking Typically Radiant At The Hobbit In WellingtonPeter Jackson and his team repaid New Zealand for its hospitality this week, by hosting the world premiere of the new Lord of the Rings film...
By Michael West in Movies / TV / Theatre on 29 November 2012
Billy Connolly Given Outstanding Contribution Award At Scottish Baftas
Although everyone has their favourites, there is no one role that Scottish comedian Billy Connolly is best known for, and it is partly that broad ranging talent that he was being awarded for at the...
By Lorna Greville in Movies / TV / Theatre on 20 November 2012
Russell Brand Among All-star Cast For Eric Idle's Latest Play
A truly special comedy moment as [L-R] Sophie Winkleman, Russell Brand, Tim Curry, Tracey Ullman, Billy Connolly, Jane Leeves, Jim Piddock, Eric Idle and Eddie Izzard join forces in Los Angeles.Look at that line-up, it's...
By Contributor in Movies / TV / Theatre on 05 November 2012
Billy Connolly Lands Top Bafta Scotland Award
Funnyman Billy Connolly will be the toast of the upcoming BAFTA Scotland Awards after landing the lifetime achievement prize.The Gulliver's Travels actor has won the prestigious honour from the British Academy of Film and Television...
By WENN on 29 October 2012
Billy Connolly Becomes Ambassador For The 2014 Commonwealth Games
Gruff-voiced comedian Billy Connolly is to be an ambassador for the 2014 Commonwealth games, reports The Press Association. The games will be held in his hometown of Glasgow. Connolly will work alongside Olympic cycling hero...
By Michael West on 19 September 2012
Pixar's 'Brave' Released In Us This Weekend
The latest romp from animation heroes Pixar, 'Brave', will have its first official release this weekend over in the United States, with the arrow-slinging adventure not set to hit our shores until August this year.To...
By Lew Irwin on 23 June 2012
Billy Connolly's Bust-up Over Teen Daughters
Scottish funnyman Billy Connolly had a furious bust-up with his wife Pamela Stephenson when she wanted to let their teenage daughters' boyfriends sleep over.The couple fell out when daughters Daisy, now 28, Amy, 26, and...
By WENN on 22 June 2012
Pixar Unveils 'Brave' After Six Years Of Hard Work
It's been six years in the making, but 'Brave', Pixar's new potential gem of a movie is finally ready after a laborious process that saw a change in director from Brenda Chapman - who conceived...
By Lew Irwin on 18 June 2012
Robin Williams And Billy Connolly Named Greatest Ever Comics
Hollywood star Robin Williams and Scottish funnyman Billy Connolly have been named the greatest stand-up comedians of all time.Mrs. Doubtfire actor Williams topped a poll of the most influential international comics, edging out Irishmen Spike...
By WENN on 30 January 2012
Billy Connolly Opens Up About Horror Trike Crash
Billy Connolly, the Scottish comedian and television star, has opened up about his horror trike crash that left him with a broken rib and gashed leg. While filming an ITV documentary entitled 'Billy Connolly's Route...
By Lew Irwin on 25 August 2011
Connolly Pays Tribute To 'Genius' Rafferty
Funnyman BILLY CONNOLLY has paid tribute to his friend and former singing partner GERRY RAFFERTY, hailing the late musician as "a true genius".Rafferty joined the Scottish comedian's folk group the Humblebums before rising to fame...
By WENN on 05 January 2011
Connolly: 'I Was Nearly Dr. Who'
Outrageous Scottish comedian BILLY CONNOLLY has revealed he was once in the running to play timelord DR. WHO.The funnyman, who starred alongside Jim Carrey in Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events and Tom Cruise...
By WENN on 06 November 2010
Jason Segal In Next Muppet Movie
Jason Segal has signed up to the next 'Muppets' movie. The 30-year-old actor will play the human lead in the puppet story, which is to be directed by James Bobin - who has previously worked...
By Bang Showbiz on 16 March 2010
Connolly Makes Maltese Island Home
Comedian/actor BILLY CONNOLLY has turned his back on Los Angeles and his native Scotland for life on sunny Mediterranean island Gozo. The funnyman decided to scale back and enjoy the simple life when his wife...
By WENN on 01 October 2006
Connolly's Song Inspiration
Scottish comedian/actor BILLY CONNOLLY was the inspiration behind the song STUCK IN THE MIDDLE WITH YOU, written by GERRY RAFFERTY, a former bandmate of his. Connolly, who was in band HUMBLEBUMS with Rafferty, left the...
By WENN on 08 May 2006
Cannibalism Is The Answer: Connolly
Funnyman BILLY CONNOLLY has offered world leaders a solution to the twin evils of world hunger and over-population - cannibalism. The Scottish MRS BROWN star thinks everyone in the world should eat prisoners and...
By WENN on 28 November 2003
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