Her husband, Sir Norman Everage, died in 1988 after many years in hospital with prostate problems and a "testicular murmur"; Edna founded the non-profit "Friends of the Prostate" in his honour. Dame Edna was not with Norm when he died.

John Barry Humphries AC CBE (17 February 1934 – 22 April 2023) was an Australian comedian, actor, author and satirist. He was best known for writing and playing his stage and television characters Dame Edna Everage and Sir Les Patterson. He appeared in numerous stage productions, films and television shows.

Apr 22, 2023 · The newly married couple ham it up for the cameras with Humphries dressed as Dame Edna Everage holding Millstead in his arms

Barry Humphries’ colourful career was mirrored by a rollercoaster love life, which saw him married four times. Barry Humphries’ legendary comic creation Dame Edna Everage made him a national treasure.

Apr 19, 2023 · Dame Edna Mistaken for the Queen Mother Barry Humphries admitted he was scared by ghosts, saying: "Some people don’t believe in them but I’m quite tuned in to the “other life”. I saw one in an old house in England – this white, shadowy form."

Feb 9, 2025 · The man behind Dame Edna Everage often tried to hide how he spent a small fortune on art and first editions, reveals his widow Lizzie Spender

Dec 25, 2023 · After his separation from Rosalind, he fell in love with painter Diane Millstead, who married in 1979. He had two further children with Diane - sons Oscar, 41, a fine art dealer and...

Apr 22, 2023 · He first married Brenda Wright in 1955 at the age of 21, however their marriage lasted just two years. His second wife was dancer Rosalind Tong, whom he moved to England with in 1959. They had...

Dec 13, 2024 · Barry Humphries (born February 17, 1934, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia—died April 22, 2023, Sydney, Australia) was an Australian actor best known for his character Dame Edna Everage, a sharp-tongued housewife and talk show host. Humphries attended Melbourne University but left to pursue acting.

Apr 22, 2023 · Barry Humphries was married four times during his life. He first tied the knot with Brenda Wright in 1955, as his acting career was starting to take off – with him debuting the character who...