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From comedian and satirist, to West End star and entertainer, he did it all - but was best known for his parody of suburban housewives in Australia which was portrayed by Dame Edna Everage, the housewife-turned-megastar with the lilac hair and ostentatious glasses.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has led worldwide tributes to entertainer Barry Humphries, after his death at age 89.
The 89-year-old was re-admitted to hospital on April 19.
Australian comedian Barry Humphries, best known for his comedic character Dame Edna Everage, died at 89.
"He was completely himself until the very end, never losing his brilliant mind, his unique wit and generosity of spirit," a family statement said.