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Apr 22, 2023 · Humphries often performed the character of Australian statesman and cultural attache Sir Les Patterson in tandem with Dame Edna, though the two were polar opposites.
He alternated with Edna and Sandy Stone in Humphries's stage shows and typically featured in pre-recorded segments in Dame Edna's TV shows. Sir Les was the polar opposite of Dame Edna; she was a culturally aspirational Protestant from Melbourne and he was a culture-free Roman Catholic from Sydney.
- On humour. “I was born with a priceless gift: the ability to laugh at the misfortunes of others.” “I can laugh at myself; I think it’s one of the precious things Dame Nature gave me ...
- On political correctness. “Les Patterson can say things that are completely incorrect, and it’s a relief to express views which we privately hold but dare not publicly ventilate – otherwise we’d be history...
- On Australia. “You mustn’t judge Australia by the Australians” – as Dame Edna. “To live in Australia permanently is rather like going to a party and dancing all night with one’s mother” – Humphries.
- On politics. “I have very little interest in politics, but my characters have insights which would have benefited the nation if they’d taken more notice of them.”
Apr 28, 2023 · During an appearance on Desert Island Discs in 2009, Barry Humphries declared that he would be happy if his obituaries made no mention of Dame Edna Everage, the monstrous Melbourne housewife...
Apr 22, 2023 · His characters ranged from the high-camp of Dame Edna Everage, to the sleaze of Aussie statesman Sir Les Patterson. Here are some Humphries’ quotes, from and about his alter-egos. 1 .
Apr 24, 2023 · Barry Humphries, comedian and actor known for his Dame Edna persona, died Saturday of complications from hip surgery at a hospital in Sydney at the age of 89.
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Apr 22, 2023 · Humphries' final tour last year, The Man Behind The Mask, saw him recount tales from his career, and featured cameo appearances by Dame Edna and Sir Les. All images are subject to...
