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Billy Cotton 'Big Band, Big Man'

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Billy Cotton   'Big Band, Big Man'

Billy Cotton 'Big Band, Big Man'

Barrybee

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Description

'Big Band, Big Man'
What is one of the most famous UK catchphrases of all time?
Ask anyone over the age of 50 if they remember Billy Cotton and the likely response will be a lively shout of "Wakey, Wak..ay".
Millions tuned in each week on radio and TV to The Billy Cotton Bandshow and his endearing catchphrase.
Fearne Cotton uncovers the astonishing story of her great-uncle Billy.
Showman,pilot,footballer,racing driver - and philanderer. With actor Roy Hudd who plays Billy, bringing his long lost interviews to life.
From humble beginnings and after becoming a WW1 pilot and footballer, he was the much-loved conductor who "just waved his arms about".
Also featuring Sandie Shaw, Lord Michael Grade and many of Billy's colleagues, family and friends.