The legendary comedian Barry Humphries – who made us laugh as Dame Edna Everage and Sir Les Patterson – has passed away at the age 89.
His death came after his recent health battle that left him in “agony” and going in and out of hospital following complications from a hip replacement.
The popular comedian took his final breaths in a Sydney hospital in the company of his family, following complications from hip replacement surgery.
His death was confirmed shortly after the surgery.
Barry became a household name playing Sir Les and Dame Edna – who always greeted her audience with her ‘Hello Possums’ welcome.
In tribute to the legacy the Australian has left, fans have flooded social media to post tributes to the late comic.
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Humphries remained his cheerful self right to the end with his family thanking the experts for keeping him in such high spirits.
One of them said: “Would also like to thank the wonderful doctors, nurses and staff at St Vincent’s Hospital.”
In a March interview with the Sydney Morning Herald, Humphries revealed that he tripped and fell in February, resulting in the necessity of a hip surgery.
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He claimed: “It was the most ridiculous thing, like all domestic incidents are. I was reaching for a book, my foot got caught on a rug or something, and down I went,” he said, explaining that he was now in “agony”.
However, in a testament to his positive attitude, he maintained his comedic persona, joking: “The result of my broken hip means I now have a titanium hip. You can call me ‘Bionic Bazza.”
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The Melbourne native’s character was known throughout the entertainment industry. Before his death, entertainment journalist, Peter Ford said that: ” “Barry won’t give up easily.”
His death comes as deeply saddening news to his fans, but his legacy will live on forever.
Tributes have poured in for the star who brightened up the lives of many.
Piers Morgan said: “RIP Barry Humphries, 89. One of the funniest people I’ve ever met.
“A wondrously intelligent, entertaining, daring, provocative, mischievous comedy genius. As hilarious in private as he was as the iconic Dame Edna. What a life, what a character. Thanks for all the laughs, Barry.”
Ex-Great British Bake Off host Matt Lucas shared: “I wonder if all geniuses are as lovely as Barry Humphries. Thank you for delighting and inspiring us. Quite simply, you were the greatest.”
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