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Bobby Pattinson

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Bobby Pattinson (born 21 July 1935) is an English comedian and actor from Gateshead, Tyne and Wear.

Bobby Pattinson
Born21 July 1935
Gateshead, England
Career
StyleComedian
CountryUnited Kingdom

Career

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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

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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

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  1. ^ "One final show for North East comedian Bobby Pattinson". BBC News. Retrieved 2015-05-09.
  2. ^ "Award for comics charity work". The Northern Echo. Retrieved 2014-05-09.
  3. ^ "Comic Bobby Pattinson pushes through the pain barrier to raise £15,000 for children's charity". Chronicle Live. Retrieved 2018-05-10.
  4. ^ "Comic Bobby Pattinson has fractured his back - but the show must go on". Chronicle Live. Retrieved 2018-05-04.
  5. ^ "North East comedian awarded Freedom of the Borough". Gateshead Council. Retrieved 2023-07-03.
  6. ^ "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.