Button-front and sleeves, with side pockets, in a gorgeous light-blue floral print. The Flower Power Straight LegPants from Billy T are ready to go! It has been presented annually since its inception in 1997 when Cal Wilson and Ewen Gilmour shared the award. "" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory. 28 Nov, 2003 11:59 PM 2 mins to read. We Gratefully Acknowledge: Allan Wade Please enjoy the ideas and let me know what you think. style="width: 585px" The Sir Howard Morrison Story - This documentary tells the life story of entertainer Sir Howard Morrison. Billy T. James was a New Zealand comedian who was popular as an actor throughout the '80s. Film and Video Collection, Series The winner receives 'the yellow towel' in tribute to the towel worn by James in some of his most famous sketches. We think Billy is very 'New Zealand' because he tells Maori gags, but the Indonesian audience thought it was a hell of a funny joke, they all cracked up. Request Answer. Topics include the unwitting role his teachers played in his mimicry, his brief career in commercial art, touring with the Maori Volcanics and whether his characters unfairly stereotype Mori. 020:49 Billy travelled the world for three years as a member of the Maori Volcanics. Bill James (Jesse or Billy Bob) See Photos. Our super-soft denim, with adorable embroidery detail, stretch denim cuffs/waist and full-zip, how could it not?! Suzanne Welch Teaching Resources. Leave a message for others who see this profile. The same year he was named New Zealand Entertainer of the Year.[5]. Archive: Nz Television Archive Sign Up. Bill Peters and Mahora Peters speak of Billys versatility as an entertainer. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. 1981 - Billy T James Show ran for 6 series and this made him famous as an entertainer but the strain of being so popular took a toll on his health and well-being. He developed his comedy act during the '70s and peaked in popularity during the '80s, when he acted in a variety of mediums, including television and film. [1], The awards are an initiative of the New Zealand Comedy Trust to foster and encourage outstanding New Zealand talent. Whats coming. James made a notable appearance in the 1985 feature film Came a Hot Friday and provided voice talent for the popular animated film Footrot Flats: The Dog's Tail. Billy died on the 7 August 1991. It ran for one series with only average audience ratings and reviews.[10]. The third series, the first to survive in full saw the introduction of a parody of the Maori news show Te Karere entitled "Te News" in Episode 3, however, this would not appear again until two years later during Series 5. If this continues please try upgrading your browser or Five judges select a winner based on their proven comedic ability, talent, dedication and potential. A memorial Service was later held in Auckland. Archive: Tv 3 Archive And most of all, fun! Size: In 2011, Peter Rowley wrote and starred in Billy T & Me, a one-man show which combined Rowley's memories of working alongside James with archival video footage. rest! 1.4 Communicate about personal information, such as name, parents' and grandparents' names, iwi, hap, mountain, and river, or home town and place of family origin. He developed his comedy act during the '70s and peaked in popularity during the '80s, when he acted in a variety of mediums, including television and film. . by Rhys Mathewson is the youngest recipient of the award at age 19. The fifth and sixth series (1985 and 1986) were co-written by Peter Rowley and included parodies of Miami Vice, Playschool, a 'Lands For Bags' television commercial,[9] and sketches featuring Rowley as Captain Cook. [5][11][12][13], Billy is survived by his daughter Cherie James, an actress[14] and presenter of the 1997 documentary, "A Daughter's Story" about her father. Cherie attended the wedding as a baby. His death caused a major feud between his immediate family and those of the Tainui people. That's the Camp Happy Jacket, from Billy T, with gorgeous floral embroidery, oversized front pockets, and button/zip front. . James Billy. Enter a grandparent's name. Billy T. James was a New Zealand comedian who was popular as an actor throughout the '80s. By AHNZ. 034:33 Ian Mune - Director Came a Hot Friday: Claims that every thing he did was a version of Billy, all his characters lived in Billy. 4:48. Study guides. Producer: George Andrews 3. 031:09 Peter Rowley: Reflects on how everyday social events and happenings in society were written into their scripts as light hearted jokes.