Barry Humphries Biography
Barry Humphries, officially known as John Barry Humphries born on February 17, 1934.
He’s an Australian comedian, actor, author, satirist, film producer, scriptwriter, star of London’s West End musical theatre, writer, and landscape painter.
He developed a love for entertainment at a younger age and has been consistent throughout his career rising through the ranks to become one of the most sought-after acts.
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Humphries is best known for writing and playing his on-stage and television alter egos, Dame Edna Everage and Sir Les Patterson
Humphries’ characters have brought him international renown, and he also appeared in numerous stage productions, films, and television shows.
His other satirical characters include the “priapic and inebriated cultural attaché” Sir Les Patterson, who has “continued to bring worldwide discredit upon Australian arts and culture.
Throughout his career, Barry has met and charmed most of the Royal Family, from the late Queen Mother to King Charles III.
In April 2023, Barry Humphries hit the headlines when it was reported that he has been hospitalized following a ‘serious’ health setback.
The entertainer who recently had a hip replacement has been readmitted to St Vincent’s Hospital in Sydney’s east this week after suffering from complications.
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Barry Humphries Age
Barry Humphries was born on February 17, 1934, in Kew, Australia. He celebrated his 89th birthday in February this year (2023).
Barry Humphries Height & Weight
Barry Humphries stands at a height of 1.78 m and weighs around 75 kg
Barry Humphries Parents
Barry Humphries was born in Kew, Australia to his parents; Eric Humphries (father; 1905-1972) and Louisa Humphries (mother; 1907-1984). His father worked as a construction manager. His grandfather was an emigrant to Australia from Manchester, England.
Barry Humphries Wife
Humphries has been married four times. His first marriage was to Brenda Wright. The love birds tied the knot in 1955 and separated in 1957.
His second marriage was to Rosalind Tong from 1959 to 1970. After his separation from Rosalind, he got married to Diane Millstead from 1979 to 1989.
In 1990, the renowned comedian got married to his fourth wife, Elizabeth Spender who is a film and television actress. She appeared in Terry Gilliam’s 1985 cult film, Brazil.
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Barry Humphries Children
He has been blessed with four children; Oscar Humphries, Tessa Humphries, Rupert Humphries, and Emily Humphries
Oscar is a fine art and design dealer and journalist and Rupert is the senior vice president of narrative at Rockstar North/Rockstar London.
Tessa is an actress who made her acting debut in Cassandra as the title character and also played Mary Reynolds in Sons and Daughters and Corinne Todd in Families.
Barry Humphries Siblings
He is not the only child of his parents; Eric Humphries (father) and Louisa Humphries (mother). He grew up with three other siblings.
He has two brothers; Christopher who worked as an architect and brother Michael (1946–2020) who was a teacher and historian, and his sister Barbara was also a former schoolteacher.
Barry Humphries Net Worth
As of April 2023, he had an estimated net worth of about $18 million. He has made such an amount from his career as a comedian, actor, author, satirist, film producer, scriptwriter, writer, and landscape painter.
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