Billy Connolly suffering from Prostate Cancer and Parkinson’s Disease

Billy Connolly is being treated for the initial symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease.

The 70-year-old comedian, who recently underwent surgery for prostate cancer, will continue to appear on television and the stage with his spokesman assuring fans the diagnosis will not “affect his ability to work.”

“Billy has been assessed as having the initial symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, for which he is receiving the appropriate treatment,” his spokesman said.

“Billy has been assured by experts that the findings will in no way inhibit or affect his ability to work, and he will start filming a TV series in the near future, as well as undertaking an extensive theatrical tour of New Zealand in the new year.”

The statement also said the Scottish star cancer operation had been a total success and that Billy was now in recovery.

The Glasgow-born star, affectionately known as the Big Yin, began his working life in the Clyde shipyards but soon moved into entertainment with folk singing and comedy performances.