SIR BILLY CONNOLLY IN HIS OWN WORDS
saw it. But his stand-up was full of warmth, humility and silliness too. His startling, hairy ‘glam-rock’ stage appearance - wearing leotards, scissor suits and banana boots - only added to his appeal. It was an appearance on Michael Parkinson’s chat show in 1975 - and one outrageous story in particular - that catapulted Billy from cult hero to national star. TV shows, documentaries, international fame and award- winning Hollywood movies followed. Billy’s pitch-perfect stand-up comedy kept coming too - for over 50 years, in fact - until a double diagnosis of cancer and Parkinson’s Disease brought his remarkable live performances to an end. Since then he has continued making TV shows, creating extraordinary drawings... and writing. Windswept and Interesting is a story like no other; an unforgettable, life-affirming memoir of a true comedy legend. The Exclusive Edition is now available to buy at Waterstones.
“It’s the first time I’ve done this. Other people have written about me - or for me - but this time it’s just my own life in my own words.” In his first full-length autobiography, comedy legend and national treasure Billy Connolly reveals the truth behind his windswept and interesting life. Born in a tenement flat in Glasgow in 1942, orphaned by the age of four, and a survivor of appalling abuse at the hands of his own family, Billy’s life is a remarkable story of success against all the odds. Billy found his escape first as an apprentice welder in the shipyards of the River Clyde. Later he became a folk musician - a ‘rambling man’ - with a genuine talent for playing the banjo. But it was his ability to spin stories, tell jokes and hold an audience in the palm of his hand that truly set him apart. As a young comedian Billy broke all the rules. He was fearless and outspoken - willing to call out hypocrisy wherever he
Alongside Billy’s new collection, we’re pleased to announce that his limited edition stainless steel sculptures are now available to view and buy at our galleries for the first time. Inspired by two sold-out prints from his first-ever Born On A Rainy Day release in 2012, they are a must-have for any fan.
Walkies Polished Stainless Steel with Black Granite Base | Edition of 195 Height 33cm x Length 48cm x Depth 19cm £6,950 Pink Tie & Hanky Polished Stainless Steel with Black Granite Base | Edition of 195 Height 41cm x Length 46cm x Depth 19cm £6,950
Set of 2 Stainless Steel Sculptures - Pink Tie & Hanky and Walkies £12,000
Windswept & Interesting Portfolio - Set of Four £3,750 Unframed | £4,850 Framed
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