Bobby Pattinson Explained

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

Country:	United Kingdom
Style:	Comedian
Bobby Pattinson
Birth Place:	Gateshead, England
Birth Date:	21 July 1935

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]

Notes and References

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