It's a long way from Nulla Creek, New South Wales to be walking out with your guitar singing Waltzing Matilda at the Sydney Olympic closing ceremony. But that's the trip Slim Dusty, the son of a cattle farmer, made in his 76 years.
Referred to as a "typical Aussie", the Australian country music singer has been celebrated by Google's doodle.
Here are a few fast facts about the Australian country music icon.
