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Sir William Frederick Cotton CBE (23 April 1928 – 11 August 2008) was a British television producer and executive, and the son of dance band leader Billy Cotton. The television and radio presenter Fearne Cotton is related to him, as he was her paternal grandfather's cousin.
Aug 12, 2008 · Sir Bill Cotton, who has died aged 80, was managerially responsible for many of the BBC's most loved and enduring programmes in its 1960s and 70s golden age of comedy.
- Dennis Barker
Bill Cotton was the head of light entertainment at the BBC when Savile rose to fame and power. He is portrayed by Michael Jibson in the controversial series that retells Savile's crimes and the BBC's response.
The former BBC executive who oversaw classic shows such as Monty Python's Flying Circus, Morecambe And Wise and The Two Ronnies passed away in 2008. He was praised by British television legends for his passion, instinct and sense of humour in developing popular hits.
Dec 23, 2014 · For several decades Billy Cotton was a household name in Britain, as a band leader, radio and TV presenter. His great-niece Fearne Cotton has discovered more about his extraordinary...
Aug 12, 2008 · Sir Bill Cotton presided over what has become known as the "golden age" of television entertainment. A self-proclaimed populist, he had an outstanding talent for knowing exactly...
Bill Cotton was the son of bandleader Billy Cotton and a TV producer who brought The Generation Game, The Two Ronnies and Dad's Army to the screen. He also commissioned Top of the Pops, The Frost Report and Not Only. . . But Also.
