One More Audience with Dame Edna Everage (1988)

(UPDATE: 22nd April 2023) This video has been uploaded 11 days before Dame Edna Everage and the man behind her, Barry Humphries has just died today... we will miss the laughs from the good ol' possum himself... or herself if you count Dame Edna.
We'll miss both of you. (1934-2023)
WARNING: This may or may not contain the infamous Rolf Harris (or any references related to him), as some variations omitted his part.
After the success of her own series ''The Dame Edna Experience,'' it's yet another entertainment stand-up special with the funny Dame Edna Everage (played by Australian comedian Barry Humphries) live from The London Studios for the third time in the annual LWT series, with special appearances from her companion Madge Allsop (played by Emily Perry) and a young Jonathan Ross in the audience.
With thanks to OldTVShow
An Audience with... belongs to London Weekend Television/Channel 4/ITV Studios.

[@Robby334]

Farewell Dame Edna. You will be greatly missed - thanks for all the laughs you gave the world

[@johndoughty5912]

Absolutely Fabulous .... when come such another. Tears of sorry and joy from Davao City in the Philippines

[@icebergrose8955]

💐 RIP Dame Edna 🌹

[@sammnew]

RIP to an absolute legend 💔💔💔

[@davidplank8293]

With tears of joy!

[@queenbee3647]

Isnt it strange...people loved Dame Edna. NO ONE wanted to shut her down. No hate speech against her. No grabbing the kids and panicking. And YET Dame Edna was a man. He dressed as a woman. We didnt care. We loved her!!! We dont have anything against drag comedy. Its the people who want to hurt children that are the problem. Dame Edna youre a headliner here and in heaven. 💖

[@willieshelton8295]

Yes YES We loved allll of the entire alter ego 🙏❤️

[@anthonyhislop3006]

Yeah, nah. Barry was an actor, not a drag queen nor a female impersonator. He's following theatre tradition in line with the Elizabethan era where males played both male and female characters.

[@fairycloudz315]

And who are these people hurting children but not the religious and gun fanstics

[@giggles7179]

Agreed, Anthony. To add, the key difference is the fact that Barry Humphries was a heterosexual actor. Though he had several characters, Dame Edna was the one that truly connected with the public. She was an acid-tongued older woman built entirely to spew satirical social commentary _but was never threatening._ Though there are modern drag queens that portray their drag personas as characters (Varla Jean Merman, BenDeLaCreme, and Jaymes Mansfield among them), without the sexual element that many still find fault in, the generations that came to love Dame Edna felt much more open to embracing the character. Edna had a detailed backstory and was never referred to as anything but a woman. It's a credit to Humphries that she became so real to so many people that it was easy to forget that she was a man in a purple wig and harlequin glasses. The character has undoubtedly inspired drag queens all over the world (myself included), but late in his life, Humphries made it clear that there were also considerable differences with his political views. Within the last couple of years of his life, Barry Humphries made some comments that indeed landed him in hot water. Among them the fact that what the media now refers to as _sexual harrassment_ today was called _courtship_ in his day. When pressed about his personal opinions on the transgender community, he reportedly waved it off as something he saw as _"a trend."_ Most shocking was his referral to those who had undergone sexual reassignment surgery as "mutilated men." The most fascinating part of this is the fact that if he had been wearing that lilac wig and harlequin glasses, he would have not only gotten away with making these statements - he would have likely elicited laughs. As Edna, he could get away with virtually _anything...._ and he often _did._ Upon making these comments without the persona of Dame Edna, the public and the media effectively "cancelled" him. Perhaps his worst chastisement was the fact that one of the most prestigious awards bestowed for outstanding Australian comedians that was created in his honor had his name stripped from it because of these comments. I've no doubt it was devastating to him. Humphries made a few brief comments about the controversy without making a definitive apology. He _did_ challenge the _interpretation_ of his words, insisting they were taken out of context and primarily directed at only one individual (Caitlyn Jenner, who's equally divisive in the trans community), but he also reminded audiences that different morals and unpopular opinions are to be expected, if not accepted, from someone his age. For a dazzling career that spanned nearly _seventy years,_ it's unfortunate that a good amount of the press coverage he received in his last years were weighed down by these controversies, but it does seem the media is content to credit him for the laughs brought the world through his characters. As both a longtime fan and someone who identifies as transgender, I don't see the point in having a few poorly-worded comments eclipse an unparalleled career that brought so much joy to so many people. The uproar over his comments hasn't been absent among the tributes the media has aired, but they were instead a brief mention. Though his words caused a lot of pain - particularly from those who loved Dame Edna as long as I have - a brief mention is all they should be at this point. We can pick up the debate later, but for now we only need to be thankful for one man's talent and how it kept us captivated for so many years.

[@willieshelton8295]

@@giggles7179 We LOVED Dame Edna growing up 🤧 Sooo Witty and funny ❤️

[@yvonnecaldwell6088]

I have no words😢 I read in the morning he was in high spirits.👍👍 I saw last night he was gone😮😮 There'll never be another. I watched him for most of my life. RIP Barry Humphries. Thanks for the lifetime of laughs 💔❤❤❤🇭🇲

[@davidbirchall8559]

I know what you mean Yvonne I can remember being eight years old watching the dame Edna Christmas experience...it was close to comedy perfection

[@wickedwitch4942]

RIP Barry...... For all the years of laughter - may your gladdies never wilt again...

[@baronsaturday9560]

Yes, RIP Barry.... Thankgod we still got YT to watch The Dame alive and kicking!

[@ThePolaroid669]

Dame Edna was just amazing. The best Australian ambassador to the world we'll ever have!

[@susansantapola]

Apart from the cultural ataché Les Patterson 😂

[@user-eb6ll6wd2r]

her daughters kath and kim and nephews priscilla queen of the desert might beg to differ

[@garymeacham7353]

has me in stitches everytime. imagine the havoc dame Edna would have with the woke crowd now. R. I. P.

[@ianwaring1456]

You were a funny bugger mate. Thanks for all the laughs

[@bernadettebarry3099]

Loved you rest in paradise thanks for the laughter and fun genius

[@BoredCertified]

Darling possum! You will be so missed and much loved! Comedy legend!

[@wildbill118]

An awesome talent has gone 😢 thanks so much for a life of laughter.

[@sueparras6028]

RIP Dame Edna. Your legacy of laughter will not soon be forgotten. You made an entire generation happy, none could ask for a better way to be remembered. 😢

[@greencrane]

Barry Humphries may have shed his mortal coil, but Dame Edna will live forever.

[@85488899]

Only Dame Edna could play to a room filled with film and television royalty, simply genius. Vale Barry Humphries.

[@chriswinwood6501]

21:00. “I think I could be generous. On the other hand, my revenge could be terrible”. Brilliant brilliant brilliant. Gets right to the heart of the woman.

[@lauragraham933]

This was my childhood always remember watching Dame Edna now sadly gone 😪 RIP 🙏🕊️

[@DonoVideoProductions]

Effortless and always magnetic. A masterclass in entertainment. There will never be another like Dame Edna. 🎉

[@user-dy7ps8hu8s]

Never be another, wonderful, cheeky, and very honest with himself....Love you. R.I.P

[@donmyers945]

Dame Edna was a real person to me!

[@juliebeake3035]

Goodnight Dame Edna, than you for all the laughs over the years

[@marshasullivan4074]

No one lives forever, I wish Barry did !!! So clever !

[@lydiarowe491]

An amazing Barry Humphries who could hold an audience in stitches..just laughing without missing a beat..RIP

[@sallyfarmer3765]

Beyond hilarious Dame Edna Barry Humphries R I P

[@WilliamDavidKirbyUK]

A great man and the great persona he projected. Sadly missed, too soon. Farewell and good grace to you, wherever you are...

[@robertmanning6397]

My favourite comedian of all time. You made me laugh so much I cried and now you've left they are tears of sadness. Thank you for the laughter and for the legacy. For all of us that loved you we will remember you with fondness forever. ❤

[@ZSAZSS09]

She will be missed dearly. More than ever she is needed today.

[@petesmitt]

Barry died; Edna is a character that lives on..

[@cathyflorence8040]

So, so sad. Part of you dies too, growing up with Barry and Dame Edna ,so much pleasure and laughter, thank you. RIP special man.🙏💙🌸🦋🌟

[@trevorstuart7386]

HM The Queen passed last year and now A great Dame has left us . Thanks for the memories

[@ozguy80]

Could watch her sketches over and over again. The world has lost a true megastar. Farewell, Dame Edna.

[@KevinMoya-yo5wv]

To this day I listen to Dame Edna , to cheer me up ! Barry H was brilliant and loved here in USA.

[@user-kv4fk7jt8g]

I can’t believe you are gone. Your comedy wàs genius. I’ll miss you. There will never be another you.

[@WendyWatersctmm]

Heaven just gained a gladdy-tossing angel. Fly High Edna!

[@MrBittsteller]

The one and only..out of reach for all others so called comedians...one of a kind...Love forever!

[@donaldewert2332]

Let us all smile remembering Dame Edna. Fan from Milwaukee, Wisconsin USA!

[@PigeonsPie1]

I was totally taken with Dame Edna. Loved-loved-LOVED her,...what a great guy !!!!

[@danielrosas5685]

April 29 2023 I hope that a museum will be made with all the dresses and videos of Dame Edna. One of a kind and very Difficult to imitate. REST in peace. DAME EDNA you are True royalty. And May God help and heal everyone AMEN SHALOM ALELUYA

[@zouphout]

He will never be forgotten

[@mattmaloney9426]

The incomparable Barry Humphries. RIP and thank you

[@larrywildman8720]

RIP another legend departs. I must be getting old.

[@charlessouth63]

R.I.P. our dear Dame Edna! Thanks for the laughs. You will be dearly missed. 💔

[@eugenebell3166]

I'd forgotten how good Dame Edna was, still had me in fits of laughter 😂

[@trudyfox938]

10:55 The importance of grieving. 11:45 We are all suffering post mortem tension today. We have lost a comic genius in Barry Humphries.

[@YortOK]

The last of the great 20th century Aussies. He's shoulder to shoulder with the likes of Melba, Don Bradman, Erroll Flynn, and Dame Joan Sutherland.

[@idrishall6126]

PAUL HOGAN, JOHNNY FARHAM still remain

[@tipitii7388]

You are my comedy hero. One in a squillion! Rest in peace❤️

[@PeterLunowPL]

there will NEVER EVER be a another Dame of her stature. I am grieving

[@zazuzazz5419]

What a magnanimous spirit!! The GOAT, possums!! 🌺❤️‍🔥🌺

[@kathysaylor5676]

I had the privilege of seeing Edna perform in Denver Colorado. She was so funny and vey interactive with the audience. RIP my little possum.

[@ireneatley4002]

RIP Barry Humphries the most extraordinarily talented and gifted Artist of our times.

[@johelenfugate3498]

What an original ! Thanks for all the laughter for so many years . 😢

[@catherinelee3298]

So glad to have these wonderful videos of Dame Edna. RIP🙏🏻💔

[@tearwee69]

Thank you very much Barry, the comedian's comedian.

[@dukeofrodtown1705]

May this legend rest in heavenly peace.

[@Phil4-13]

Awesome Australia's Great International icon ,and now entataining the Angels. 🙏🙏🙏🙏. God bless you sleep well Edna xx🙏🙏🙏🙏 😥😥

[@lindagrossi5213]

The One and Only! She will have them in stitches in Heaven!! ❤

[@craigbonney9723]

Genius! What an iconic legend!!!! RIP Possum xox

[@davidmagen415]

Hello possums, I never get tired of hearing that. RIP. You are missed 🏖️

[@djc0248]

RIP Dame Edna and her alter ego Barry Humphries😪

[@pennychoo3386]

Dame Edna RIP. You will be truly missed❤

[@emilyspector2728]

I loved her SOOOOOOOO much! I need to find more of her stuff.

[@jamesacklin7261]

What a great classic clip thank you for posting this.Dame Edna you will truly be missed thank you for all the wonderful laughter over the years.

[@leah1tee367]

Vale Barry Humphries.....Farewell Dame Edna. You will be greatly missed!

[@glenrooney1068]

What a genius performance Dame Edna was. Never to be repeated. Uniquely Australian.

[@MrTonyInchpractice]

Greatest comedian ever.

[@tonylove4800]

Certainly up there with Cleese, Gervais, Seinfeld. Nobody has ever made me laugh out loud - and cry - like Dame Edna.

[@veronicavoda9679]

She made me happy every time I listened to her... doing the dishes, taking a shower, sharing the humor with my daughter... Hoping to see her when she performed R.I.P. Dame Edna

[@aquariussoda007]

Another bit of history taken away from us , RIP Dame Edna

[@steelmagnolia474]

Farewell Dame Edna, you will be so missed! Thank you for all the years you brought laughter to the world! Til we meet again Possum! Rest in peace 💔😢

[@miropribanic5581]

I ve just found out what a remarkable memory Barry must have had...here he stands as Dame Edna talking for minutes on end, throwing those jokes at us at an indredible rate, jokes which have to be delivered with acute precision and timing for the sake of the comic effect...one can only marvel

[@YvonneKenny-ok9od]

R.i.p Dame Edna you were such a fantastic comedian and actor you brought lots of joy and laughter to many people including myself , such a brilliant entertainer could watch ur shows all day . May your legacy live on ❤

[@preciousdevere288]

I will miss you so much Dame Edna you were one of the family !❤✨

[@grantc61]

A shocking loss. Even the greatest are mortal. Thank you for all the joy, Barry Humphries.

[@Cleo.777.]

RIP Legend! Another Aussi icon gone 🙏💖

[@rnw2739]

Another? Who else?

[@Cleo.777.]

@@rnw2739 Shane Warne

[@rnw2739]

@Helen C The infamous cricket cheat, more orange than a space hopper and a hair care regime tighter than Gina Lollobrigida? That idiot? Loool ok.

[@pollydickinson4789]

Wasn’t he just fabulous?? RIP Barry and thank you for all of the laughs.❤

[@nickcolby1391]

Hilarious full stop ❤

[@treaclelester7285]

All those years and he never put a foot wrong in any of his characters.

[@cannonlamont482]

I was privileged to spend an evening with Dame Edna during her Final Farewell Tour at the Los Angeles Ahmanson Theatre in 2015. It was blissful evening with the brilliant and magnificent treasure, Barry Humphries and his beyond-delightful persona, Dame Edna... truly a night I have and will never forget. He was an absolute one of a kind and a gift to us all. RIP, you funny man.

[@stewbabe5028]

Love you Dame Edna!

[@robinlathim8221]

Thank you Dame Edna, you were the best! ❤❤

[@Rubytuesday1569]

RIP Dame Edna. 🕊️ The greatest megastar ever.✨

[@user-eb6ll6wd2r]

in her own words, too lol

[@tomtalker2000]

Barry's comedic wit and timing were unrivaled. He was something special not just a comedic entertainer with outlandish characters. He was a VERY well read learned and educated man who knew about MANY different cultures. I don't think anyone will ever come close too matching him in that regard. Barry THANK YOU for all the wonderful memories you created. To do what you accomplished was certainly not easy but you made it seem so through your perseverance and genius. I hope and pray your in a better place putting a big smile on the lord's face. God bless my friend.

[@jjroseknows777]

Just the fun and funny stuff I needed today! Thanks.

[@divaslive6953]

Nothing is like DAME EDNA, not even before and not even today. She's in a league of her own, a masterclass of her own...RIP beautiful lady...❤❤❤

[@markbrik6394]

Bravo ❤❤❤ Thanks 🎉🎉

[@trecker59]

R. I P. Barry.❤

[@lynnewilley4599]

This makes me so sad. Dame Edna made so many people laugh. Too many people overlook the importance of laughter. I will really miss her so much. And will always remember in England when she asked Gabor what women should do about the engagement ring if the marriage is called off. The answer was "She must give back the ring, she has to give back the ring, keep the diamond, but you must give back the ring". Dame Edna laughed so hard. I have one of Dame Edna's books and..I can't articulate how sad I feel. So glad for the videos of her shows.

[@Simon-fr4ts]

True brilliance. Never to be forgotten. I am binge watching as many others will be. RIP BH from a lifetime UK fan.

[@myronmadey3040]

I love Dame Edna so much. Such a talent and genius! He will be missed so much but never forgotten! Thanks to KZbin etc.We can watch her all the time Thanks for the laughs! RIP wonderful Dame Edna!!🙏🙏♥️♥️

[@Jinka1950]

Saw her in San Francisco years ago. He was the quickest wit I’ve ever known.

[@neilbowers6956]

An absolute comedy legend could get away with anything while being interviewed. Plus, seeing so many British icons on this show was incredible. Bob Hoskins, Esther Rantzen, Barry Norman, Frank Carson, Kenny Everett, and Lofty from Eastenders many of which are no longer with us. Thank you for posting this, made me laugh incredibly loud.

[@ianmcdonald9885]

This is comedy! If you’re offended then it must be right 😄 bless you Barry for bringing us laughter and joy and p*ss taking

[@margaretormerod6943]

So very sad that such a telent of such laughter and joy has died. I will sadly miss his talent and a very sad loss to the world of comedy. R.I P and I will sadly miss you

[@playthroughcinema]

thanks for all the laughs RIP legend

[@MM-yi9zn]

Dame Edna is actually a rare phenomenon . A fantastic evening!

[@michalbrenner5783]

RIP Barry- Really enjoyed this. Wsa lucky enought to see his show at the theatre in London mid 90's. UNIQUE

[@lamusiclover2264]

Dame Edna will keep heaven in tears of laughter forever. It's definitely our huge loss, but Heaven's huge gain. When it's my time, I want to spend it with my family and Dame Edna. An incredible talent. Rest in Humor!!!

[@davidhynd4435]

Just brilliant. A polished entertainer without peers. The likes of whom will never be seen again. RIP Barry.

[@mediantrader]

Brilliant to see this previously hidden gem from a relatively early period of Dame Edna/BH UK TV career a year before the end of terrestrial TV in 1989 when we only had a handful of channels. Thanks for sharing. Apart from the indomitable Dame Edna with razor sharp wit we are shown a really great audience of the good and the great of that time and era PLUS are reminded of what a loss it was when LWT was gobbled up into Carlton et al. Thanks for sharing this.

[@BluetheFortune2006]

Yeah, because the last thing that Dame Edna worked with LWT is her Neighbourhood Watch series from 1992 and 1993, she stopped making her own shows after 2007's Dame Edna Treatment and continued making guest appearances and live performances until she died with her performer, Barry Humphries.

[@robertmorales9484]

Rip beautiful dame edna!!!!

[@user-ov5uu5nn3r]

The Comedic Genius, timing and Wit of Barry Humphries was simply amazing. Such a Risk Taker. to hold such a Talented Audience in the palm of his hand is no easy feat. Stars belong in the heavens. Dame Edna was a Mega Star. Thank you Barry for sharing with us all. Never Forgotten. Gods Speed.

[@mrwill7834]

Thank you for the laughter, RIP mega star.

[@icebergrose8955]

💐 RIP Dame Edna 🌹

[@12HHoo]

There should be more Aussies like Barry. A fearless hero!

[@sharonalbanese8084]

What an absolute comedic genius. The fact that Edna can command an audience like this and have them in the palm of her hand says it all. ❤❤❤

[@cousinsister69]

An incredibly impressive & highly gifted performer/comedian. A great megastar. Barry Humphries will be missed but we are lucky to have his work to lift our spirits. 💜