Billy Connolly: I'll stay out of independence debate
Billy Connolly has vowed to stay out of political discussions following a backlash to his opinions on Scottish independence.
Billy Connolly has vowed to stay out of political discussions following a backlash to his opinions on Scottish independence.
The 69-year-old Scottish actor and comedian said: “Whenever I open my mouth I get it slapped shut. I’m told to mind my own business, to learn what I’m talking about.
“But I’ll tell you what, I don’t like showbusiness people lecturing the public on how they should vote anyway. I’ve always found that a kind of precocious state, and I’ve done it before you know, and when I look back at some of the things I’ve said I feel kind of stupid.”
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