20 years since the death of comedian Billy T James

20 years since the death of comedian Billy T James Marae Investigates 7 Aug 2011 TVNZ - 20 years since the death of comedian Billy T James. Marae Investigates marks his anniversary with a tribute to his legacy and discussion with former colleague, comedian Peter Rowley and up and coming Maori comedian Matiaha Paku.

[@actingGG79]

New Zealands greatest icon Billy T James, I'M glad I grew up at a time where I could appreciate such talent...

[@coletteannemaud1340]

I miss him so much, he was a one of a kind and their will never be another like him ever.

[@kalanykora7179]

love u billy!

[@mikeshearer1250]

bittylover2 It was on a Maori speaking channel in New Zealand AND was also a Maori new program. Be thankful you have subtitles to read.

[@warren1251]

I love Billy. I was driving through Turangi when I heard he was dead I cried my eyes out
all I heard was freeze Turangi vice.A pakeha raised in OtaraI love you billy and always will.

[@donna-mariemorgan2953]

Living in Australia I knew none of the facts presented i this clip

[@actingGG79]

Just commenting on a comment from below, white people can visit his grave it's not that bad, I've visited his grave. Every time I drive pass the mountain I also always honk my horn as well...

[@rollyrama2009]

2:15-2:20 just pissed me off! What about the wife?

[@mikeshearer1250]

they spelt Billy wrong

[@barrybrown9565]

Tena koe matiaha paku from one hato paora old boy to another.

[@BradCollier-zn2uc]

Jodi ihaka a babe