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Del Amitri frontman Justin Currie reveals Parkinson's disease diagnosis as he reflects on impact on his work

Del Amitri's leading man Justin Currie has revealed he has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.

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Billy Connolly thinks of sick children to not feel sorry for himself amid health battle

BBC Radio 2's Steve Wright In The Afternoon, the comedian said he thinks about sick children in order to try and not feel sorry for himself.He said: "I try not to feel sorry for myself. I do it by thinking of children who are sick, and they handle it, so the least I can do is get on with it."I have good days and bad days.

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Inside Billy Connolly's health battle after he shared situation is 'getting worse'

Billy Connolly, who today celebrates his 79th birthday, has been making us all laugh for more than 50 years.Although the star retired from touring in 2018, he has continued to appear on our screens and has also spoken candidly about his health in recent years.Billy was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2013, and since his diagnosis, he has spoken openly about living with the disease in television interviews, telling The Guardian "It can be a very cruel disease."When asked on BBC's The One Show, what is it like living with Parkinson's, he said: "It has its moments."It's like just now, my left hand is shaking. I used to be able to stop it by staring at it, but it doesn't work so much anymore.

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Billy Connolly admits he can no longer stop Parkinson's symptoms in candid health update

The One Show this evening, with his left hand shaking on the show.Billy appeared on The One Show in a clip and was interviewed by his wife Dr Pamela Stephenson Connolly.She asked Billy: "What's it like living with Parkinson's disease?"Billy replied: "It has its moments you know."Like just now my left hand is shaking."Billy stared down at his hand, whilst he discussed his ongoing battle with Parkinson's.He continued: "I used to be able to stop it by staring at it but that doesn't work so much anymore."It's not as frightened of me anymore as it used to be."Pamela, shocked, replied: "That's incredible, I didn't know you could do that."Fans of Billy took to Twitter to comment on his TV appearance.Meledgerwood said: "Watching Billy Connolly on

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Billy Connolly gives health update as Parkinson's 'not as frightened as it used to be'

Sir Billy Connolly has admitted that his Parkinson's Disease is "not as frightened of me as it used to be" as he appeared on The One Show on Wednesday.The comedian was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2013 and his wife, Dr Pamela Stephenson Connolly, said earlier this year that "the challenges lately have been medical. They’re getting worse."After his diagnosis, Billy retired from live performances but continued to make television programmes despite his worsening condition.

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Sir Billy Connolly to tackle heartbreaking deteriorating health in first autobiography

Sir Billy Connolly will write about his heartbreaking battle with his deteriorating health in his first autobiography.

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Billy Connolly seen for first time on video since his Covid vaccination to talk art and how much he hates gyms

Billy Connolly has appeared on video for the first time since his Covid vaccination to talk about his latest artwork and hatred of going to the gym.The legendary Scots comedian who recently got his second jag, looked in good health as he spoke of his latest portfolio of pictures and told some stories behind his artwork.Billy, 78, who wore a t-shirt as he relaxed in the garden to talk about his new Born On A Rainy Day series of artwork which is officially launched on March 7, spoke about the reasons why he painted certain scenes.The seventh release from his sell-out fine art collection included celebrations of everything from Glaswegian slang to his admiration of Bob Dylan and even a zebra crossing the road.Speaking on his relaxed approach

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Sir Billy Connolly's poignant words as he gets second Covid jab

Sir Billy Connolly has received his second dose of the Covid vaccine.

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'Wee jab - nae bother!' Sir Billy Connolly receives second dose of Covid-19 vaccine at local supermarket

Covid-19 jab with the star now fully vaccinated against the virus.The Big Yin wore a mask as he got the injection at his local supermarket in Florida.His wife Pamela Stephenson shared a picture on social media of the Scots funny man who said 'wee jab - nae bother!' as he got the jag.The couple have been left 'relieved' the 78-year-old icon has some protection as he battles Parkinsons.Billy and Pamela, who have been married for 30 years, now live in the USA while the retired comedy legend battles the disease.He was diagnosed with the degenerative disorder in 2013 but claims it taught him life-affirming and inspiring lessons about the people around him.Pamela posted on Twitter: "Billy just had his second Covid 19 vaccination!"We waited our

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Sir Billy Connolly unveils sweet tribute tattoo for his wife while getting Covid jab

Sir Billy Connolly joined an array of celebrities who have now undergone the Covid-19 vaccine, showing off a tattoo tribute to his wife while receiving the jab.The 78-year-old, who suffers from Parkinson's disease, was pictured perched on a chair in what appeared to be a surgical waiting area, a plaster placed across his top bicep.Taking a moment after undergoing the preventative jab, the Scottish comedian was captured wearing a mask, tartan trousers, and a black T-shirt with his sleeves rolled up.Billy's wife Pamela Stephenson, 71, was on hand with her trusty camera, to not only capture the rare moment, but to share it with friends, followers and loved ones on social media.A seemingly relieved Pamela took to Twitter to share her happiness,

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Sir Billy Connolly, 78, gets first Covid-19 jab – much to his wife's relief

Sir Billy Connolly has become the latest famous face to get the Covid-19 jab.The comedian, 78, received his first jab to protect him against coronavirus earlier this week.His wife, psychologist Pamela Stephenson confirmed the news with a short post on social media.Taking to Twitter, Pamela, 71, told of her relief that the star was getting the vaccine.The New Zealand-born writer tweeted: "Thank God...

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Nicola Sturgeon coronavirus update LIVE as calls grow for wider £500 self-isolation scheme

Billy Connolly was among the latest to get the jab.A photo of the iconic Scots comic, 78, receiving the first dose was shared on Twitter by his thrilled wife Pamela Stephenson. Follow along for all the latest updates from throughout today. The First Minister insists she hasn't set foot in her official residence since the first lockdown.It follows a whistleblower's claims work was being carried out at Bute House, allegedly against the current rules.Sturgeon said she does not have special dispensation and claimed any work that was being carried out was essential.The First Minister responded to suggestions reported this morning about calls to extend the £500 self-isolation payment beyond people on lower incomes.She said she'd "match" England,

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Sir Billy Connolly receives COVID-19 vaccine

Sir Billy Connolly has been vaccinated against COVID-19. The 78-year-old comedian has received the first of his two jabs against the illness, according to his wife Pamela Stephenson.

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Billy Connolly gets Covid vaccine and has ‘come to terms with death’ as he battles Parkinson’s

SIR Billy Connolly has had his first Covid-19 vaccine jab as he continues to battle Parkinson's disease. Billy's wife Pamela Stephenson, 71, shared a photo of the Scottish comedian, 78, with a plaster on his left arm after getting his jab at a Florida medical facility.

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Billy Connolly shows off tattoo tribute to wife Pamela as he gets Covid-19 jab

Sir Billy Connolly has received the first dose of the Covid-19 vaccine, his wife has confirmed.

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Billy Connolly: I don't fear death - my time is coming

The 78-year-old comedian revealed he spends a lot of time contemplating death but is no longer afraid of dying. Glaswegian Billy - or The Big Yin, as he is affectionately known - was forced to retire from stand-up as his struggle with the degenerative brain disorder took its toll on his health.

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Billy Connolly says Scotland 'getting closer' to independence after being cheated by Brexit

Billy Connolly has said he feels Scotland is "getting closer" to independence after being cheated by Brexit.Previously a vocal opponent of Scottish independence, Sir Billy announced his support for the movement following the 2016 Brexit referendum.The 78-year-old comedian said he thought Scotland was moving towards leaving the union. He said: "I think they're getting close to it.

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Billy Connolly says Parkinson's 'will end me' as he confirms he will never do another show

ITV documentaryBilly Connolly: It’s Been a Pleasure where he was upfront about what was to come. He said: “It’s got me and it will get me and it will end me but that’s OK with me.

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Billy Connolly tells fans ‘Parkinsons will end me’ as famous friends break down in tears over his health in new TV show

SIR BILLY Connolly tells fans his Parkinson's disease "will end me" in an emotional new documentary set to air over Christmas. The beloved comedian was diagnosed with the condition - in which parts of the brain become progressively damaged over many years - in 2013 and he will reportedly admit that he is "OK" now with what the future holds.

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Billy Connolly says Parkinson’s 'will end me' as he tells fans 'you've been magnificent'

Sir Billy Connolly performed his last stand-up comedy gig in 2017.He was forced to stop touring by ill health. As he put it after being diagnosed in 2013: “I’ve got Parkinson’s disease.

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Billy Connolly says his sick sense of humour helps him fight Parkinson's

Billy Connolly says his sick sense of humour is helping him cope with Parkinson’s as his symptoms are worsen.The Big Yin was diagnosed with the disease in 2013.The comic, who stopped performing live six years ago due to the condition, says he hasn’t given up on a cure being found.Billy, 77, said: “Now that I am getting older and sicker it is important that my comedy kicks in. I went to a doctor in New York, he was a Russian and he said, ‘Do you realise it’s an incurable disease?’ I was like, come on behave yourself.“Instead of saying incurable, say you have yet to find a cure.“It gives me a wee light at the end of the tunnel.

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SAS soldier diagnosed with PSTD by Pamela Stephenson after return from Somalia

A hero SAS soldier who pulled a maimed comrade from a burning plane was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder by Pamela Stephenson.

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Sir Billy Connolly admits sexual exploits as young man were 'clumsy and embarrassing'

His dirty jokes and X-rated routines made him a household name but Sir Billy Connolly has revealed that when it came to having sex as a young man he was clueless.

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Billy Connolly teams up with Edinburgh chocolatiers to design special chocolate bar to raise funds for NHS

Sir Billy Connolly has teamed up with an Edinburgh-based chocolatier to design a special chocolate bar to raise a smile as well as some much needed funds for NHS charities.

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Ray Winstone - Ralph Fiennes - Billy Connolly - Orlando Bloom leads celebrities in moving We’ll Meet Again video urging people to Stay Home Now to protect the NHS - thesun.co.uk

Orlando Bloom leads celebrities in moving We’ll Meet Again video urging people to Stay Home Now to protect the NHS

ORLANDO Bloom leads celebrities in a version of Dame Vera Lynne’s ‘We’ll Meet Again’ to urge people to Stay Home Now and protect the NHS. A host of celebrities including Ray Winstone, Gemma Arterton, Richard E Grant, Naomie Harris, Ralph Fiennes and Billy Connolly join brave frontline key workers in a moving version of the wartime song.

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