Bill Cosby said he had a “wonderful time” and got a standing ovation from polite Canadian fans at his first show following a string of cancellations in the wake of sexual assault allegations from more than 15 women.

A scandal-plagued Bill Cosby is returning to the stage tonight for the first time since November.

Bill Cosby has “every intent” to perform at three shows in Canada next week amid a series of sex abuse claims against the veteran entertainer, promoters have said.