'Beware': Billy Connolly warns fans of scammers impersonating him online

The Scottish actor and TV presenter, 82, said his wife Pamela Stephenson had also been impersonated and reminded members of the public that the sound of his voice can be recreated with AI

Billy Connolly has warned fans about online scammers (Matt Crossick/PA)

Veteran comedian Billy Connolly has warned fans about scammers impersonating him online.

The Scottish actor and TV presenter, 82, said his wife Pamela Stephenson had also been impersonated and reminded members of the public that the sound of his voice can be recreated with artificial intelligence (AI).