Billy Connolly My Absolute Pleasure: How is the Big Yin's health in 2021?
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Billy Connolly My Absolute Pleasure: The Big Yin won’t fear death – ‘It might be so lovely on the other side’

Legendary comedian suffers with Parkinson's

Sir Billy Connolly, one the greatest comedy stars ever, regards himself as retired due to his health.

However, a TV special titled Billy Connolly: My Absolute Pleasure airs on ITV this Christmas.

The Boxing Day programme follows up on 2020’s It’s Been A Pleasure, which marked his decision retire after a 50 year comedy career.

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But how is Billy, who suffers with Parkinson’s, doing with his health in 2021?

Sir Billy Connolly has opened up about changes to his health throughout 2021
Sir Billy Connolly has opened up about changes to his health throughout 2021 (Credit: Sky News YouTube)

Billy Connolly and his health in 2021

Despite his diagnosis, Billy has remained inspirationally upbeat when discussing his health.

He previously reflected in 2020 special Billy Connolly: It’s Been a Pleasure that he had accepted what will happen in his future.

However, Billy remained resolute he would not be defined by Parkinson’s.

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The Big Yin has another ITV special on over Christmas

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Robert Leigh
Freelance writer