An international superstar of comedy and film and a national treasure to boot, there'll never be another quite like Sir Billy Connolly.
From dominating the music scene to packing the patter with comedy shows that have left global audiences crying with laughter, the Big Yin has no shortage of talent and acts as an inspiration given he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2013 yet continued to boast an incredible career and even become knighted by 2017.
Now, aside from being hilarious himself he has also teamed up with the BBC as a mentor offering young comedians tips for a successful career - a true gentleman and a scholar.
In celebration of Sir Billy Connolly, we've pieced together 80 of his finest jokes, one liners and quips over his epic career..
37. Billy Connolly on... Aberdeen
"When I was 12, we went from Glasgow to Aberdeen on a school trip. It was called fresh air fortnight." Photo: PA
38. Billy Connolly on... The Simpsons
"A biker goes to the doctor with hearing problems. 'Can you describe the symptoms to me?' 'Yes. Homer is a fat yellow lazy b*****d and Marge is a skinny bird with big blue hair!'" Photo: Submitted
39. Billy Connolly on... Age
"You've made a happy man, very old." Photo: YouTube Screenshot
40. Billy Connolly on... Being offended
"Honestly some folk will take offence at anything, I met a bloke with no legs this morning while at the bus stop, all I asked was 'How are you getting on?'" Photo: Submitted