Scottish Comedy Loses a Legend: Gary Little Dies Aged 61
- Comedy in Your Eye
- 3 days ago
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Scottish comedian Gary Little has passed away at the age of 61. The award-winning comic, widely regarded as "one of Scotland's finest comedians," died suddenly. While the cause of death has not been officially revealed, reports suggest he passed away while undertaking a hill climb in Scotland.
Tributes Pour In
News of Little's death has prompted an outpouring of tributes from the comedy community and fans alike. The Stand comedy club in Glasgow described him as having a "huge personality" and being a "friend to many," adding that he would be "profoundly and sorely missed."
Popular podcast The Some Laugh hailed Little as "one of the best stand-ups Scotland has ever produced," calling him an "absolute powerhouse" and a "genuinely lovely guy with a heart of gold."
Fellow comedian Jo Caulfield remembered him as a "great comic and an amazing person to spend time with," stating she would miss his "big mischievous laugh."
Glaswegian comedian Darren Connell shared his heartbreak, calling Little a "legend" and an "absolute powerhouse." Connell recounted how Little hosted his first gig and offered crucial advice after a difficult set.
Career and Personal Life
Gary Little was scheduled to perform in Aberdeen next month. His stand-up routines often explored personal experiences, including themes of mental health and addiction, and his time in prison. He had previously served jail time in the early 1990s for a drug-dealing charge and again in 2007 for stealing books.
In 2024, Little created a four-part stand-up series for BBC Radio 4 titled "Gary Little: At Large," which delved into his life "before, behind and beyond bars."
He was also due to tour with comedian Raymond Mears later this year.
Key Takeaways
Scottish comedian Gary Little has died at the age of 61.
Tributes have flooded in from across the comedy world.
He was known for his powerful stand-up and personal storytelling.
Little had a BBC Radio 4 series in 2024 exploring his life experiences.
Sources
Gary Little dead: Comedy icon dies 'climbing a hill' aged 61 as tributes pour in, The Mirror.