Bobby Pattinson
Bobby Pattinson (born 21 July 1935) is an English comedian and actor from Gateshead, Tyne and Wear.
Bobby Pattinson | |
|---|---|
| Born | 21 July 1935 Gateshead, England |
| Career | |
| Style | Comedian |
| Country | United Kingdom |
Career[edit]
Pattinson grew up in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear. His first appearance in comedy was at the Haswell Social Club in County Durham when he was just 13.[1]
In 2015, Pattinson performed his final comedy show at the Customs House, South Shields.[2]
In 2018, Pattinson helped to raised over £15,000 for Variety The Children's Charity. He hosted ‘The New Stars of North East Comedy Talent’ show at the Hilton Newcastle in Gateshead,[3] despite having fractured his back in a fall.[4]
Awards[edit]
In July 2023, Pattinson was awarded Freedom of the Borough of Gateshead,[5] for his contribution to charity, business and entertainment in the city.[6]
References[edit]
- ^ "One final show for North East comedian Bobby Pattinson". BBC News. Retrieved 2015-05-09.
- ^ "Award for comics charity work". The Northern Echo. Retrieved 2014-05-09.
- ^ "Comic Bobby Pattinson pushes through the pain barrier to raise £15,000 for children's charity". Chronicle Live. Retrieved 2018-05-10.
- ^ "Comic Bobby Pattinson has fractured his back - but the show must go on". Chronicle Live. Retrieved 2018-05-04.
- ^ "North East comedian awarded Freedom of the Borough". Gateshead Council. Retrieved 2023-07-03.
- ^ "Comedy legend Bobby Pattinson awarded Freeman of Gateshead for his dedication to entertainment, business, and charity". Chronicle Live. 3 July 2023. Retrieved 2023-07-03.