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Glasgow Times
4 days ago
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- Glasgow Times
Lewis Capaldi reveals love for Billy Connolly & Paolo Nutini
The Someone You Loved singer featured on the latest episode of Theo Von's This Past Weekend podcast, which was posted on YouTube on July 15. In the podcast, the artist was asked by the host 'Who would be on his Scottish Mount Rushmore'. Lewis then broke his idols down, with Sir Billy Connolly and Paolo Nutini coming out on top. Lewis Capaldi reveals love for Billy Connolly & Paolo Nutini (Image: YouTube) Paolo, 38, from Paisley, is a beloved Scottish singer-songwriter, known for his mega hits, including Candy, Iron Sky, Through The Echoes, New Shoes, and Better Man. Meanwhile, Sir Billy Connolly, 82, is a legendary Glasgow comedian, actor, and musician. READ MORE: Lewis Capaldi spotted visiting much-loved Glasgow cafe READ MORE: Lewis Capaldi pictured at popular Glasgow restaurant In the podcast, Theo asked Lewis: "Who's on your Scottish Mount Rushmore if you had to piece one together?" Lewis replied: "Billy Connolly would be up there for sure." He added: "There's a Scottish singer I love called Paolo Nutini. He's Scottish-Italian, much like myself. He's up there for me as a musician. I grew up listening to him." Theo then asked the singer if he's ever collaborated with Paolo, with Lewis revealing he's had a 'few beers' with him. Lewis said: "He's very elusive. He'll disappear for years, and then come back and sing, but he's an incredible talent. But, he'd be up there for me." Theo, 45, is a well-known American podcaster and stand-up comedian. Meanwhile, Lewis, 28, is a much-loved Scots singer-songwriter from Glasgow. Lewis featured on the podcast after announcing a string of concert dates in June 2025 following his two-year hiatus. READ MORE: Glasgow Lewis Capaldi fans fuming after 'shameful' presale READ MORE: Glasgow TV star left 'livid' over Lewis Capaldi presale As part of his UK arena tour, the musician will perform at Glasgow's OVO Hydro, as well as venues in Sheffield, Aberdeen, London, Manchester, Birmingham, Nottingham, and Cardiff. He is known for his tunes, including Before You Go, Wish You The Best, Forget Me, Bruises, and Forever.
Glasgow Times
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Paolo Nutini's family chippy announced temporary closure
Castelvecchi on New Street in Paisley will shut its doors on Thursday, July 10, to allow 'exciting upgrades' to take place in its kitchen. The beloved eatery will reopen on Saturday, July 19, following the work. READ MORE: Huge Scots singer pictured at Paolo Nutini's family's chippy In a statement on Facebook, the fish and chip shop said: "Kitchen makeover alert. "We've got some exciting upgrades happening in our kitchen, but that means we'll be closed tonight for a whole week. "We'll be back on Saturday, July 19. Thanks for your patience, and we can't wait to see your smiling faces when we reopen. "Mark your calendars." Earlier this year, Alfredo Nutini, Paolo Nutini's father, announced he was retiring from the chippy after 53 years. The family business, which has been in Paisley for more than 100 years, was taken over by its manager, David O'Neill. After announcing his retirement, Alfredo told the Daily Record that the business 'is still very much being kept in the family'. He said: 'David has been with us for many years and is deeply passionate about preserving the traditions that make Castelvecchi special. He is a close family friend and, as such, the business is still very much being kept in the family. Paolo Nutini is a well-known Scottish singer from Paisley in Renfrewshire. The 38-year-old is known for his tunes, including Candy, Iron Sky, Better Man, New Shoes, and Last Request.
