Carol Vorderman leads tributes to late Dame Edna legend Barry Humphries
ok.co.ukRob Brydon, Ricky Gervais, Matt Lucas and Carol Vorderman were among the famous faces remembering “true great” Barry Humphries following his death aged 89.The stage and screen veteran, best known for his comic character Dame Edna Everage, died at St Vincent’s Hospital in Sydney Australia on Saturday night (11am GMT).
David Faktor, a spokesman for St Vincent’s Hospital in Sydney, told the PA news agency: “I can confirm Barry Humphries passed away this evening Sydney time, around 7pm on Saturday evening." His death came following a readmission to hospital after suffering complications following hip surgery last month.
Dozens of celebrities have now shared touching tributes to the late star on social media. Comedian Rob Brydon, a friend of Barry, said he was with the Australian entertainer just three days ago when “he was, as ever, making me laugh”. “RIP Barry Humphries.
A true great who inspired me immeasurably,” the Gavin & Stacey star tweeted. “It was a delight to call him my friend. I’ve been in Australia and was with him only three days ago.
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