Bert Newton, the colourful mainstay of Australian television who graced the nation's screens for more than 50 years, has died aged 83.
Born on July 23, 1938, in the then-working class Melbourne suburb of Fitzroy North, a young Bert Newton aspired to be a tram driver. The pair arguably pioneered live sketch comedy in Australia and were some of the country's biggest stars of the 60s.But it was their time together on the Graham Kennedy Show that cemented the pair's legacy in television.
"He stood up for me, because a couple of the people at Nine said, 'He's quite a good bloke, but he's so identified with the Kennedy era, grab somebody else.'It was Lane who anointed Newton with the title "Moonface" — a nickname he had also been called at school. "He's got to know what he's going to do and he's also got to know what possibly we have to search for too and make sure that they're coming out OK."The Don Lane Show wrapped in 1983, and while Lane's career took him to the US, Newton went on to become an Australian icon.On the 10th anniversary of Lane's death, Newton described him as his "TV bestie"
Newton was briefly engaged to fellow TV star Susan-Gaye Anderson in 1962, and had an on-and-off-again relationship with model Joy Fountain.Newton realised McGrath was "the One" while she was working overseas, so he flew to America and booked a ticket to the cruise ship she was performing on."It was all very romantic as we ran towards each other.
"He never stopped. Shows failed, there were sometimes disasters, but he just shrugged it off and kept going," biographerNewton briefly hosted his own show on the ABC in the 1970s, but it was at Channel 10 where he would find his new home as host of Good Morning Australia.
RIP Bert. Great legacy confirmed by the state funeral ! Lives on with many
Bert Newton was a true Aussie legend, his wit, charm, warmth and grace will be missed by a grateful nation, take a bow Bert. Bravo!
RIP
RIP Bert and say hello to Graham (Kennedy) for and from Angus Charles Murray and my condolences to Bert's family, love Angus Charles Murray AngusMurray71 'Remember Me'..
RIP Bert. End of an era. Such an icon, gone. Condolences to Patti and the family. 💐
Rest In Peace sir! You will always be an Aussie TV and comedy legend ♥️
I grew up with Graham Kennedy and Bert Newton. They were the top of the heap and in a class of their own. RIP Bert.
noooooooo
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I sadly don't know his accomplishments, I just know he is an aussie icon
RIP
kelseyrettino 😔♥️
Proud Melburnian, Victorian and Australian icon. Will be missed. The era ends.
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That’s so sad. Poor Bert. 🕯
“Gold Logie-winning” would be his least impressive achievement
RIP Bert. 🙏
Hi , sorry to post this here, but I don't know a faster method to contact you at this hour. This article contains a mistake. It mentions that Graham Kennedy died in 2013, when he died in 2005. Probably not a good thing to confuse. I'm sorry to hear about Burt Newton.
He gave me a reason to love his voice and admire his Family Feud, when it came to watching the past YouTube clips. His reaction, to one of the craziest answers given away on that show, was completely priceless.
RIP Burt. You were one of the greats.
He was an icon and pioneer of live Australian TV and the funniest ad lib guy going around. It's really sad news. One of my all time favourite entertainers.
No not Bert 💔💔😢😢😭
Sadness
Really sad from Japan.. RIP
Bert, no surprise you're one letter off BEST! Just an amazing person and 1 of a kind.
Vale Bert. Thanks for the laughs.
RIP Moonface
Go in peace, Bert Newton
Much loved Australian RIP👍
Very sad to hear. Legend.
Sad day indeed. Sincere condolences to Patti, Matthew and Lauren and family. Vale Bert.
The Don Lane Show, classic entertainment. RIP Bert.
This is very sad news. RIPBertNewton
Sad … was a genuinely funny guy. Unlike the modern imposters. Mostly on ABC
RiP. You will be missed
I'm so sorry to hear this. Bert was the ONLY person who could interview properly on Australian TV.
It's a good age to pass away. I guess they got to fit the angel on the head of a needle;) I'll be honest. I think people expect to live too long. It really turns sour for everybody after the age of 80. People have too much baggage and it's a slow death for all. Good Luck!
Good innings for Bert.
I interviewed Bert Newton once, we shook hands and he started laughing. He didn't have his wig on and saw I didn't know he wore one. He said 'is there a TAB near?', so we walked over to the TAB for him to 'do a bit of biz'. Disarming, great man, genuine article, feel really sad.
Thanks you Bert for your many, many hours of fun & entertainment over a lifetime on Australian Television. Our thoughts with Patty & family. Now time to rest. A great Australian. With sadness we say goodbye.
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Bert is a legend and an Australian 🇦🇺icon RIPBert
Farewell moon face, you were a consummate performer and always a gentleman
RIP Bert Newton, a funny man, I miss those days
Legend, grew up with Bert, he and Graham Kennedy, Don Lane, great days of Australian television. RIP, condolences to Patti, Matthew and Lauren
Your program was my favourite. 😍 I really enjoyed watching you at 9 am everyday on cha 10. Thank you for making me laugh 😂. I was sad to see you end your popular morning show. But, now I am sadder. RIP Bert. 😢🙏
Oh Bert, you always made my mum laugh and that didn't happen too much 😢 ❤️💔 thank you
Rip 🙏
I used to stay up late to watch The Don Lane Show, just to see Bert get up to his antics. I also watched the logies only when Bert was hosting it. He was hilarious and unique -a true Aussie. RIP Bert . 💫❤️
Well that's some shit news that we didn't need. Really a true Australian icon.
COVID? Unlucky
RIP
More talent in his little finger than the 100 wannabes on TV today, legend of Australian TV
Thank you Bert of all the laughs and kindness; its what makes life tolerable.
Bless him ❤️
Vale Bert
Very sad news 😔
Very sad 😔 Condolences to Bert's Family 💔
Rip Bert
One of the best RIP Bert sympathy to his wife and family.A great man and entertainer.😢
rwillingham Always loved when Bert was a guest on any program. Warmth, smile, humour. He had the ingredients to make many people happy. RIP
Thankyou for the many years of smiles Rest In Peace BretNewton Condolences to Patty & family
Iconic. RIPBert
So sad to hear that. Vale Bert Newton
Moonface 🥰
What a good egg. My condolences to his loved ones.
Very sad, condolences to families
Australia’s granddad has passed 😢😢 RIP
Interesting these old dudes dead all of a sudden
Sad to hear this. RIP
rwillingham such a happy face
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muzz_francis
RIP Moonface! An absolute legend of Australian entertainment!
He will be sadly missed condolences to his beautiful family . 😢😢😭
He was a classic… with a razor wit. Vale Bert
How very sad.
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