Legendary comedian Sir Ken Dodd will finally sit down during a show – after more than 60 years of stand-up comedy

STAND-UP legend Sir Ken Dodd will finally sit down to crack jokes tomorrow, in a sell-out show just six weeks before his 90th birthday.

The Liverpudlian — famous for marathon five-hour gigs and energetic stage antics— has entertained fans on his feet for more than 60 years.

The funnyman has announced he will now be sitting down during his stand up shows[/caption]

A mate told The Sun: “He’s decided that sitting will take the pressure off.

“He just wants to be able to keep performing for as long as possible.”

Sir Ken — knighted this year — set a world record in the 1960s by telling 1,500 gags in 3½ hours.

The pal said: “Fans still love to come and see him and he loves performing.

“He’ll talk about himself in this show.

“It’s his version of an autobiography.”

Sir Ken Dodd has a career spanning over 60 years under his belt[/caption]

Ken Dodd during a photo shoot promoting milk in 1959[/caption]

Sir Ken Dodd is a stand-up comedian, singer and actor[/caption]

Loyal fans encouraged Sir Ken to continue performing despite his age[/caption]

Sir Ken admits he struggles to remember his routines now[/caption]

In his prime, Sir Ken was performing 300 shows a year[/caption]

Comedian Ken Dodd last year at the age of 89[/caption]

Sir Ken Dodd’s loyal fans always expect a long show[/caption]