Australian entertainer and artist who became a star in both his native country and the United Kingdom in the 1950s and 1960s.
Ahead of his time for showing appreciation for the indigenous people of Australia and proudly blending their musical concepts to a wider audience to enjoy.
Also a talented artist he incorporated all this into an interesting prime time Television variety show that featured local and international performers.
After moving to the UK he continued a long standing Television career.
In 2014, he was charged and jailed for historic indecent assault on several young girls. In May 2017, he was released. He died on May 10, 2023 at the age of 93.