The Latest Breaking News from Barry Humphries

Morning Mail: 10 dead in NSW bus crash, Djokovic wins French Open, Colombian children reunite with family

Police are investigating a coach crash in the Hunter Valley that killed 10 and injured 11 others

The Guardian - AU · Jun 11, 2023

The Canberrans awarded in the King's Birthday honours list

Almost 70 people in the ACT are included in the honours and awards list.

The Canberra Times · Jun 11, 2023

Barry Humphries honoured in king’s birthday list as prizes achieve gender parity in 50-year first

The late performer was remembered for ‘eminent service to the arts’ and is one of six Australians to be made a Companion of the Order of Australia

The Guardian - AU · Jun 11, 2023

‘He was a hero of mine’: Nick Cave’s emotional tribute to Barry Humphries

Australian rock singer Nick Cave has described late entertainer Barry Humphries as a "great inspiration" for him growing up.

The New Daily · May 20, 2023

Hannah Gadsby’s new TV special celebrates love and happiness – but there’s no slowing down yet

In their new Netflix stand-up show ‘Something Special’, Hannah Gadsby is done with the doom and gloom – at least for now.

ABC News · May 17, 2023

Back to the future with ABC’s reshuffle as content once again crowned king

Restructure will see all staff working in either news or content, as well as a few redundancies along the way. Plus: reality show contestant’s Lazarus moment

The Guardian - AU · May 12, 2023

Friday essay: cancellation or conflicted joy – grappling with the work of our 'art monsters'

Author Claire Dederer started off writing a book about the film director Roman Polanski. Forty-five years ago, Polanski fled the United States after pleading guilty to unlawful sexual intercourse with a minor.

The Conversation · May 11, 2023

Barry Humphries to be farewelled in Sydney instead of home city Melbourne

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews confirms Barry Humphries's family has chosen Sydney as the city for the entertainer's service, despite him being born in Melbourne.

ABC News · May 9, 2023

State service for Barry Humphries to be held in Sydney

Legendary comedian Barry Humphries will be honoured with a state funeral in Sydney, after his family declined an offer for a service in Melbourne.

The New Daily · May 8, 2023

Dame Edna star Barry Humphries to get STATE funeral after intimate family ceremony

The plans for Dame Edna Everage star Barry Humphries' funeral have been announced following a small family ceremony after the comedian's death last month aged 89

Daily Mirror · May 8, 2023