Bobby Pattinson

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

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

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

  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.