Humphries recognised at Helpmann Awards

(Tuesday 29 July 2008)

Australian entertainer Barry Humphries was recognised at last night’s Helpmann Awards for his outstanding contribution to the live performance industry.

Humphries’ alter ego Dame Edna Everage accepted the J. C. Williamson award from London.

"I have more hideous statuettes in my spare room than the Queen has polyester headscarves."

"But this one I will treasure certainly for the next few days and then I might lend it to Barry to adorn his naked mantelpiece," she said.

(read the full story at http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2008/07/29/2317120.htm?section=australia)

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