Barry Humphries death: Dame Edna star dies aged 89
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Australian comedian Barry Humphries has died aged 89.
Humphries – best known for his comedy characters including Dame Edna Everage and Sir Les Patterson – died in hospital on Saturday (22 April) surrounded by his family.
Earlier this week, reports emerged that the comedian had been admitted to a Sydney hospital with “serious health problems” following complications with a recent hip replacement surgery.
A spokesperson for St Vincent’s hospital in Sydney confirmed that the entertainer died on Saturday (22 April) at around 7pm AEST.
As per Sydney Morning Herald, Humphries’ family issued a statement, reading: â”He was completely himself until the very end, never losing his brilliant mind, his unique wit and generosity of spirit.
“With over â70 years on the stage, he was an entertainer to his core, touring up until the last year of his life and planning more shows that will sadly never be.”
They continued: “His audiences were precious to him, and he never took them for granted. Although he may be best remembered for his work in theatre, he was a painter, author, poet, and a collector and lover of âaâââârt in all its forms.â
“He was also a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and a friend and confidant to many. His passing leaves a void in so many lives.
“The characters he created, which brought laughter to millions, will live on.”
Appearing on Sunrise on Channel Seven on 19 April, journalist Peter Ford announced that there were “serious concerns” for Humphries, for whom things were looking “tough”.
In February, the legendary
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