Billy Connolly has appeared in countless films over the years and has built up relationships and bonds with fellow actors, musicians and people from show business.
He is one of Glasgow’s most favourite sons but has no shortage of famous friends that he has spent time with over the years but still remains true to his Glaswegian roots.
Here’s a look at some of the people who he has the pleasure to call his pals through his years in the entertainment business.
13. John Cleese and Rowan Atkinson
A group of celebrities at the press conference for the Amnesty International charity comedy gala ‘The Secret Policeman’s Ball’. From left to right, back row: John Cleese, Rowan Atkinson, Billy Connolly, Peter Cook and front row: Clive Jenkins and Anna Ford. | Getty Images
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14. Steve Martin
Steve Martin on Billy Connolly: "I have played banjo with Billy Connolly and it was wonderful. Listen, I thought I was famous until I walked down a Scottish street with Billy Connolly. It took on a holy aspect. It was like going for a stroll with an apostle." | YouTube