Barry Humphries health updates: How is the Dame Edna Everage star doing?
LEGENDARY Australian comedian Barry Humphries is beloved by millions of fans, thanks to his famous character Dame Edna Everage.
In April 2023 it was revealed the star had been rushed to hospital in Sydney after suffering a “serious” health setback.
How is Barry Humphries doing?
On April 19, 2023 Barry Humphries was taken to St Vincent’s Hospital in the east of Sydney.
The famous entertainer had previously undergone a hip replacement but has experienced complications, according to Australian entertainment journalist Peter Ford.
Speaking about how the comedian is doing, he revealed Barry was “comfortable”.
Peter said: “Statement to media due to be released shortly. At this moment Barry is in a serious condition but is being kept comfortable. He’s surrounded by family.”
He admitted “things are tough” as he asked Australians to send the veteran entertainer their love.
Peter added: “I reckon Barry has a fighting spirit and he’s not going to give up easily.”
Sky News host and friend of Humphries Rowan Dean says the comedian has got “serious health problems” however “his sense of humour never leaves him.”
This latest health scare comes just weeks after Barry revealed he was in “agony” following a fall at his home in February 2023 that left him needing a hip replacement.
He said the accident took place after he tripped on a rug while reaching for a book.
But he added that he was hoping to be back on stage for his one-man-show later in 2023.
‘I have to get back on my feet… I’m going back on tour later this year,” he told the Sydney Morning Herald in March.
‘The result of my broken hip means I now have a titanium hip… you can call me ‘Bionic Bazza’.’
It’s reported he had been doing rehabilitation for his hip, working with a physiotherapist.
Hip replacement complications
According to the NHS, complications of hip replacement surgery can include:
- hip dislocation
- infection at the site of the surgery
- injuries to the blood vessels or nerves
- DVT (deep vein thrombosis)
- a fracture in the bone around the hip replacement during or after the operation
- differences in leg length
However, the NHS states that hip replacement surgery is common, and the risk of serious complications is low.
What is Barry Humphries best known for?
Born on February 17, 1934, much-loved star Barry is best known for his alter-ego Dame Edna Everage.
He created Dame Edna in 1955 and the character soon became famous for her purple hair, outrageous glasses and huge ego.
She is an ostentatious Melbourne housewife, has appeared on TV and on stages all over the world.
In the UK, the character is best known for hosting The Dame Edna Experience, Dame Edna’s Neighbourhood Watch and The Dame Edna Treatment.
Is Barry Humphries married and does he have children?
During his life, Barry has been married four times.
The entertainer also has four children – two sons called Oscar and Rupert, and two daughters named Tessa and Emily.
He lives in London with his fourth wife Lizzie Spender, but has been in Australia since December 2022.