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..
25. Billy Connolly on... A failed Glasgow terrorist attack
"I saw the whole thing on the news in New York and I thought I'd need an ambulance. I've never laughed liked it. F***ing eejits." Photo: Submitted
26. Billy Connolly on... His singing career
“I used to be a folk singer but I was dreadful. I had a voice like a goose farting in the fog.” Photo: Submitted
27. Billy Connolly on... Eyes
"Why on earth do people say things like 'my eyes aren’t what they used to be.’ So what did they used to be? Ears? Wellington boots?" Photo: Submitted
28. Billy Connolly on... Scottish football
"Scotland has the only football team in the world that does a lap of disgrace." Photo: Submitted