Terry Jones nude organist statue to be unveiled in Colwyn Bay
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Updated · BBC.com · Apr 25
Terry Jones nude organist statue to be unveiled in Colwyn Bay
8 articles · Updated · BBC.com · Apr 25
The life-sized bronze statue, created by sculptor Nick Elphick, will be unveiled on Saturday overlooking Colwyn Bay beach in north Wales, with Michael Palin and Terry Gilliam attending.
The £120,000 fundraising campaign, supported by Jones' family and celebrities like Emma Thompson and Steve Coogan, reached its target in six months, drawing donations from around the world.
The statue, depicting Jones as his iconic Monty Python character, also nods to his broader career, including his medieval history books and work with fellow Python members, reflecting his enduring legacy.
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