Iconic Australian entertainer Barry Humphries dead at 89

Award-winning Australian entertainer Barry Humphries has died at age 89 following complications from hip surgery.

[jamesb]

Someone who had more talent in his little finger then 99% of today’s ‘stars’

[ImCarolB]

As an American, I didn't see him nearly enough, but that phrase, "Hello, possums, Dame Edna here!" just brings an automatic smile to my face.

[SunshineMix]

Barry was a man who really understood the art of comedy. Today the world is poorer for being without him. May he RIP..

[SirLesMeyer]

My heart is heavy. What a man to have captured the world with his genius.

[ShortandSweetJenNCharlie]

RIP to a world class entertainer and man of integrity! Maybe Australia will do the right thing and reinstate his Award!!!!

[tommoncrieff]

To all Australians, thank you for sending us the most wonderfully funny and inventive personality ever invented. The loss of Barry, Dame Edna and Sir Les is as triple a heartbreak for Barry’s adopted second homeland of Britain as it is for our cousins and friends Down Under. Years ago I saw his show at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, it was an unforgettable joyous masterpiece of provocative and outrageous yet good-humoured and kind hilarity. Last year the Queen. This year Dame Edna. The best of times, the worst of times, but we are joined in wit and humour. RIP Barry. And thank you Australia.

[libbyfforbes]

Not just in Australia he was much loved during my childhood in Britain.

[howardjones]

As a Brit, I would like to say that Mr Humphries was a giant in the pantheon of true, global entertainers! His comedic timing and delivery was superb, his judgement too, subtle, witty, genuinely funny, sharp, intelligent and articulate, he had it all! He will be sorely missed!
Thank you Barry, and thank you Australia! 🙏🏻

[AReallyLongAndUnremakableUser]

One of the greatest entertainers, gone but definitely won't be forgotten.

[cadzme]

There has never been & sadly will never ever be another Barry Humphries! The world has lost a true comedian & iconic entertainer of the likes we’ll never see again! RIP Barry, you’ve made millions of us laugh & we will be forever grateful. 🙏

[andoncroft]

I have endless childhood memories of him, Barry is a HUGE part my childhood he will NEVER be forgotten

[gilbertcote]

We can say that talent as no frontier ! I'm a French Canadian and have been a fan of Barry Humphries for many, many years. With his genius wit, he gave me a lot of joy and laughter, but he also moved me to tears because I was also touch by the love underneath all of his affectionate mockeries. Dear man, rest in peace and I sure won't forget you !

[A-world-of-My-Own]

A comedian and an entertainer, Not what we have now. You will be sadly missed Sir.

[harryselwind]

Enormously popular, respected and loved here in the UK. Brilliant comedian and also a great straight actor. A phenomenal and original talent, he will be much missed. Appreciation and commiserations to all his family, friends and fans in Australia. Thank you, Barry, for some wonderful times and happy memories.

[jcisme]

When I heard he had gone back into hospital a few days ago I feared this was coming. I have lost track of how many times this great man made me keel over with laughter. One of my favourite master classes was the 2004 Parkinson appearance with Dame Judi Dench and Sharon Osbourne. We have just lost a legend. RIP mate..

[thedoggirl]

We saw Dame Edna perform live in San Francisco years back and it was a hilarious, wonderful show. Before SF became a total cesspool and people still had a sense of humor in this country. He was a genuine comedic genius and a wonderful soul. RIP, dear Barry.

[timbobill]

A very, very funny guy. We loved him as kids and that never changed as adults. We have to remember the laughs that he gave us.

[BladeRunnerC]

As growing up in the UK I remember him as an absolutely wonderful part of someone who completely enriched our TV. I am sure there is going to be much enriched laughter in heaven from now on. 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇬🇧🇦🇺🇦🇺

[benjaminshiels]

Brilliant comedian and national treasure.
You will be sorely missed! ♥️🥲

[samwharton]

He was a genius. So mentally quick on his feet. RIP