Paul Hogan's unconventional 'retirement' | A Fortunate Life - Part 2 | Australian Story

This episode concludes the two-part exploration of comedian Paul Hogan’s remarkable life and career.
This is a two-part Australian Story. Watch A Fortunate Life Part 1 here: bit.ly/2kkG9jn
Following the success of the movie Crocodile Dundee, Paul Hogan had the world at his feet. But when he left his wife of 30 years for Dundee co-star Linda Kozlowski the media turned on him.
Paul talks candidly about the hostile media attention, the difficulty in living up to the success of Crocodile Dundee, his nine-year battle with the Australian Tax Office, his friend John Cornell’s battle with Parkinson’s disease and his career renaissance since meeting director Dean Murphy.
Featuring candid insights from family, friends and colleagues, this is Paul Hogan as you’ve never seen him before.
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[@thelastdetail1]

When all is said and done, Paul Hogan was and is a straight down the line real working guy who never lost his very grounded perspective on life. That´s why everyone instantly warmed to him. Shame there aren´t more men around like him these days.

[@concernedjim]

There are! Us! BE what you want to see!😊😊

[@johnpenner2632]

I'm a Yank but I can certainly understand why Aussies are so proud of their countryman. I fondly remember watching Crocodile Dundee when it came out and loving it. Every documentary that I have seen reenforces the fact that when he is off screen, he is a true blue collar guy that would share a pint with you at the neighborhood dive and truly enjoy it.

[@joevypaulsen2819]

What an amazing guy. Love his sense of humour in his down to earth personality. His Real that's make him so different from others Hollywood celebrities. Best talented actor of them all.

[@thomasmoores8239]

Paul Hogan is a national treasure that the whole world gets to enjoy. A fortunate life, indeed.

[@colkidglen8802]

Thanks for all the fun Paul Hogan. You are aces. "Crocodile Dundee" is one of the best movies ever made. From Colorado U.S.A.

[@gail9906]

First time I saw Crocodile Dundee my husband and I were visiting Melbourne. Another couple suggested we all go to see the movie. I have never felt so emotionally proud and patriotic as I did that day. The entire cinema gave it a standing ovation and no-one attempted to leave, it was electric. Paul Hogan is an amazing Australian and an amazing actor. His aussie humour and larrikan sarcasm make him even more endearing. ❤🇦🇺

[@annettegenovesi]

I love this guy. A real man and with a warm and loving heart. And his movies portray a truly unique character with amazing charisma.

[@Splits-man]

As an Australian, Paul Hogan has and always will be the most genuine Australian there has ever been. Onya Hoges!

[@cbisme6414]

John Cornell was an Australian actor, director, producer, writer, and businessman who was born in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia. He was best known for his role as "Strop" on The Paul Hogan Show, and he was instrumental in the introduction of World Series Cricket in 1977. Born: 2 March 1941, Kalgoorlie - Boulder Western Australia Died: 23 July 2021, Byron Bay Spouse: Delvene Delaney (m. 1977) Children: Melissa Cornell, Liana Cornell, Allira Cornell John is the mastermind behind World Series Cricket including night cricket etc. An amazing man, brilliant business man and awesome Aussie and life long friend of Paul's.

[@itsjemmabond]

Blimey, I didn't know John had died. RIP.

[@CharlieHorse221]

Paul Hogan is a legend and along with Steve Irwin certainly did Australia proud on the world stage

[@user-gn2wp8wp2i]

I remember seeing Croc Dundee in the cinemas back in 1986 with mum and dad in Gisborne, New Zealand ......it was the talk of the times.....the best of times! As a Kiwi brother I am very proud of Croc Dundee and Paul Hogan, he put down-under on the map. I salute our Aussie brothers .... ANZAC’S forever ☺️

[@kroon275]

Love this guy. Honest and sincere. Hard to find these days.

[@jonahhume9422]

He is an example to all Australians... of just not letting life get you down. His spirit is wonderful. Whether he ever puts on the clothes of Mick Dundee or not, he will always be loved by millions, and remembered for his good heart. I'd like to buy that man a pint.

[@scottrankin6133]

I'm 57 years of age so grew up with Hoges and Strop - SO PROUD TO BE AUSTRALIAN when I watch you guys - HUMBLING!!!!!!

[@elelegidosf9707]

The fact that someone else is good at something should not make you feel less in any way. You should not feel humbled.

[@Col-23]

I’m a Aussie & loved hoges and strop! Good old Aussie 🇦🇺

[@rossturpin4696]

As a kid in Scotland many years ago I loved this film and wanted nothing more to visit Australia and be Mick Dundee! I still want to do that. Best film of my childhood.

[@lieslcronje1357]

we've just recently introduced our kids to Crocodile Dundee and they LOVE IT!! Thanks Paul Hogan for the laughs. God Bless you.

[@russellnewton6660]

I thought I’d watch 5 minutes, then ended up watching the lot, that’s how likeable Mr Hogan is.

[@vince1638]

i did the same thing.

[@marcdemell2987]

I want to hug him.

[@Muppio]

I know, right?!

[@robbiesmith2525]

i did the same!

[@Fellyman007]

snap!! what a great bloke! loved the films too!!

[@RodCornholio]

Greatest ambassador for Australia, ever. Made the whole world want to visit.

[@ACitizenOfOurWorld]

I'm sure he brought the Australian economy many, many times more dollars than their unappreciative government claimed he didn't pay in taxes.

[@RodCornholio]

@@ACitizenOfOurWorld Amen. He's probably still "the face" of Australia to many Americans. Practically no American knows who the head of state is down there, but I bet most born-and-raised Americans over 40 recognize his (1980s) face and can name the actor or his most famous character. Quite a few well-intentioned but idiotic Americans will think he IS the Australian head of state. He's phenomenally well-liked, if not loved, in the U.S. and a nostalgic reminder of better times (the 1980s).

[@MikeT-TheRetiredColonel]

@@RodCornholio - I first found out about him when he had his show before Dundee came out. Can't remember the name atm, and too lazy to google it lol

[@lezlezman1843]

@@MikeT-TheRetiredColonel It was simply called "The Paul Hogan Show".

[@johnnyfletcher1961]

RodCornholio I’m 38 and he’s one of my role models growing up so let’s say 38 and over. Lol.

[@rockym2931]

One man who really deserves to be recognized for making people laugh.

[@NeilPatton1962]

Australia is a might big country. Lucky for Australians they've had Paul Hogan as an even bigger man represent them to the World.

[@johannadavis7594]

Paul Hogan is singlehandedly responsible for putting Australia on the map for Americans. One of the reasons he’s so popular is, like us Americans, he says exactly what he thinks.

[@maree-mareesongwriter6226]

What a genuine Aussie icon! Sexist and dated or not, the Paul Hogan show is still hilarious and still cracks me up. Such was the cultural impact of Crocodile Dundee overseas, where Australia and Australians were concerned, that when I was teaching in London in the 1990s I had kids in my class asking me if I knew him as if the character was a real person lol. Delvene Delaney is still such a beautiful, classy lady and very sad about John Cornell's Parkinson's disease, may he rest in peace.

[@scprivatepilot50B]

The 80's primarily being my teen years, this was really awesome to watch! What an awesome life he has lived! A living legend!!

[@NoBody-ht1oh]

Fabulous, clean, funny, mischievous movie. Turned the table for Australia and put us on the map. Yes Paul profited from it, but he also did the work. A great ambassador for our country.

[@45Grace2009]

I miss the 80s. A great time to be alive. It's been downhill since.

[@grahamjackmacpherson6501]

Crocodile Dundee is a timeless classic, an excellent movie full of charm with one of the finest feelgood endings of any movie in the 80s. Regardless of the quality of the sequels and his career thereafter, nothing changes how good Croc 1 is.

[@denisdaly1708]

Yes, it was one of the standout movies of the 80s. I loved it, still do.

[@grahamjackmacpherson6501]

@Uintabri the third one became a silly kids movie and had a complete shift in tone. It had none of the adult themes of the first two and it was a huge disappointment.

[@scottsmith1525]

I liked CD 1 and 2. He is an actor, and a guy that fell in love with someone. It is what it was, everyone does shit for love.

[@jerkchickenblog]

ruined the whole world's concept of Australia. Made it all one big joke. Some of you have got to be kidding

[@grahamjackmacpherson6501]

@@jerkchickenblog it ruined nothing. Australias economy went through the roof after this movie was released. It brought Australia to the attention of the masses. And I'm pretty sure the majority of the world knew that not all Australians were like Mick Dundee.

[@samson9098]

Crocodile Dundee was so cool and brilliant, what a phenomenal movie..

[@mrdemoncrusher3927]

Paul Hogan to me is one of the greatest Aussie legends that ever lived. He absolutely epitomises the 'Aussie larrikin' along with the saying "Have a go ya mug!" meaning it doesn't matter if you win or lose, just give things a go and have fun doing whatever. And that's the true Aussie spirit.

[@secretagentbloke]

Paul Hogans contribution to presenting Australia to the world would be difficult to quantify. Being from the UK and growing up in the 70’s & 80’s, with the Paul Hogan show and the UK Fosters ads on TV, and obviously Crocodile Dundee, Hogan WAS Australia. He’s not perfect, and doesn’t pretend to be. Top bloke 👍🏻

[@rbeck3200tb40]

I had no idea he had a tv show or was famous before he was in Crocodile Dundee ? I though this movie made him famous and he was an unknown actor

[@rbeck3200tb40]

@ferkemall IS it on youtube or something ?

[@rbeck3200tb40]

@ferkemall Cool thanks it looks like the Benny Hill Show

[@secretagentbloke]

rbeck3200tb40 well, he did do Benny Five 0 as a tribute, that’s on here too 👍🏻

[@michaelgibson4705]

Simon Gee love the Fosters ads “Strooth there’s a guy down there with no strides on “priceless

[@drgunsmith4099]

Australia owes this man a great deal and most don’t even know it. Respect to a true legend from the United Kingdom.

[@hoatattis7283]

Why? he made his money and then left his wife of 20+ years

[@caseybennett944]

Tourism exploded after the Dundee films

[@robertbutler8004]

@@hoatattis7283 or did she pissed him off?

[@hoatattis7283]

@@robertbutler8004 I have no idea

[@hoatattis7283]

@THE TWO FINGERED BRUTE Maybe not but he had a roving eye

[@ImSpun13]

Being a kid born in the early 80’s, I’m one of those “millions of people around the world who first learned about Australia thru Crocodile Dundee.” I’m not Australian (obviously) but if I was I’d be proud to of had him be the spokesman for the country.

[@thisisme3238]

Hey Pub...I too learned about Australia from Paul Hogan/ Crocodile Dundee. Will never forget those movies...they were awesome! Of course, Paul was awesome too! ❤️🇺🇲

[@tedlee2061]

I am an Aussie and I'm definitely proud of me mate Hoges. He's done a lot to put Australia on the map. Plus now I'm living in Dallas, Texas I always get asked by every Yank I meet to say "That's not a knife... this is a knife" Or "Fish are friends not food" like Bruce the Great White shark from Finding Nemo. Both get me a lot of laughs. Thanks Hoges. You're a bloody legend mate.

[@GGLD888]

This is excellent. He's one of the unique ones in history, not replicable. And unlike all our other 'exports' (apart from Olivia), he actually gave to the world and to Australia at the same time, rather than just being about bank and career. He is a cultural icon, without the Paul Hogan Show, we wouldn't have any of the detail of that era committed to tape. And without his willingness just to go places and be real, we wouldnt have the reputation Australian's have internationally, and we wouldn't have had the tourism boost. Like David Attenborough is an English treasure, Hogan is Australia's treasure.

[@tiffsaver]

LOVE this guy. His Oscar show speech was one of the best in history, and totally unrehearsed!!

[@_WillCAD_]

For over three decades I've been quoting the Three G's to people. I watched the Oscars that night live, and it stuck with me all this time.

[@geneferrero5619]

I agree...

[@soupystevesguitarartsextra3697]

Always loved Australians, but he made people really love Australians . Best thing for tourism ever.

[@MikeT-TheRetiredColonel]

@@reallymysterious4393 ditto, him and me finding out my cousin had a penpal (yeah, we're talking 1987 here - lol) and we connected and have been friends ever since :)

[@joslippy2716]

Really?

[@AA-zv6yo]

Steve irwin and him

[@restoreamerica1558]

I’ve traveled the world in the Military and business afterwards. Australia is one of my absolute favorite places. I would love to go back again for an extended vacation. The people were warm and friendly and the country is unique and beautiful.

[@nahatsu]

Never having seen this series (I must've been down the shops?!) I am blown away by the great actor and his fantastic sense of humour and this presentation was one of the best of this kind I've ever seen! Celebrating Paul Hogan along with everyone here; what a treat this was! Kudos....

[@traceypendergast5969]

I love you Paul Hogan and so does the rest of Australia. You are a legend.

[@aarono7026]

I live in America, and I'm telling you this country was wild about the guy, too. That movie was HUGE and everyone just loved Paul Hogan.

[@MATT-xv4bh]

I do not like the man!

[@lupinthe3rdrobberyincorporated]

@@aarono7026 what about Paul Elder?

[@pj1043]

@@aarono7026 I don't even like Paul Hogan since he had a face lift, he looks more American & acts like it too. Paul Hogan is not an Aussie icon anymore. I like the original Paul Hogan thanks.

[@tvdinner325]

Murdoch is still the enemy.

[@AusMiner]

Paul Hogan, John Cornell, Delvene Delaney - all true bloody legends. And Paul's first wife Noelene - a true lady. It's a pity there aren't more like this group in Australia today.

[@SteveHewittMusic]

Brilliant actor and writer! The world is a better place because of Paul hogan

[@aussieflyer70]

Watching Hoges makes my heart want to burst with pride for being a bloody Aussie......what a true blue legend and awesome memories.

[@Holdfast1812]

I never thought Aussie's needed Hoges to be bloody proud of themselves. Hoges was just a bonus as he came with a smile and the ability to laugh at himself. As a Canadian, I've always thought that Aussie's were our brothers and sisters and we earned the right to be proud of ourselves at places like Gallipoli and Vimy. I've never hung out with Aussies without having a good time - though I admit, running into one guiding a snowmobile tour in Whistler made me think of Hoges in New York.

[@frederick-howthetwomindswo8637]

My heart cries tears of blood when this reminded me of what a fabulous place Australia used to be. I have yet to see a smile on the face of that Southern Premier who can never be forgiven.

[@LydiaMatthews5]

who is "that Southern Premier?"

[@jamesfitzgerald6636]

I heard while I was working in the Movie Business that Paul Hogan was very generous to the crew! Bonus etc! He flew the NY crew to Australia for the rap party for a movie! Took care of someone who died on a film kept paying her salary etc! Big respect for Mr Hogan!

[@Nadia..J]

Yep. Mr good guy. Shame about leaving his wife and kids.

[@angelacarleton9575]

You can tell by his mannerism he is a good man. Sometimes they get a bad rap in Hollywood.

[@jamesfitzgerald6636]

How many millions you paid in Taxes?

[@doctormcgoveran2194]

glad to hear that. I always thought he was a decent sort. lots of the stars are personable, on screen and creeps in real life.

[@indieshack4476]

@@Nadia..J In fairness, his marriage to Noelene was in trouble in 1981 when he divorced her the first time - maybe he had a liking for the ladies or they had just grown apart, but he remarried Noelene a year later and that lasted for 8 more years until Kozloski. I'm not condoning walking out on a wife and five kids, just saying it may not have been what it seems.

[@mikeb3172]

Linda Kozlowski's calming attitude made him turn into a superstar in Crocodile Dundee... Goes to show what great people around you can do

[@Dooguy]

Then he got old and she left him......typical broad

[@scottmallory298]

@@Dooguy well she was born in the same year he got married.

[@A-small-amount-of-peas]

As a UK 80's kid this film just blew everyone away, in those days you tended to rent videos and i remember in South Wales when this came out to rent i got into my first fight in school because my best mates mum ran the video shop and me and him kicked up such a fuss about being the first kids to watch it in our village that she "rented" it to us first and it turns out that the owner of the video shop had promised it to a kid who's birthday was on the same day as it was coming out to rent and his party was basically BBQ, cake, gifts and everyone to watch Crocodile Dundee in the living room... but the video shop owner was hardly there so my mates mum pleaded ignorance on the owners arrangement claiming she misheard him (years later we would discover she was having an affair with him so she had leverage that we were not aware of or could even understand at the time) and we got to see it first while the party had to make do with one of the Police Academy movies which most had seen before so it didn't go down well. In the end he found out what happened and he was a bit of a spoiled brat anyway so he choose to have a go at me in school because i was smaller than my best mate but it was a hilarious fight according to onlookers, i even threw a punch like a WWF wrestler by stomping my feet at the same time my punch connected so this film holds a lot of nostalgic memories and if i had to live my life again i'd still make sure i was one of the first kids in my village to see Crocodile Dundee.

[@ckotcher1]

I was a kid in the 80’s too this movie was everything

[@debeerpaul]

As a South African, Paul Hogan represented the Ozzie persona. a Real tough guy. Just what the world needed.

[@lightheart5340]

He is a most charming fellow. Can't help but like him.

[@liverpoolvista17]

What a great documentary. Can't help but love Paul.

[@martentrudeau6948]

He always had Aussie charm and made me laugh, thank you Paul Hogan.

[@emildejong1226]

All out, pure Aussie icon, and still is. One of the true Greats. Thank you so, so much Paul Hogan!

[@terencejay8845]

We had the Paul Hogan Show on UK TV from 1982, so Crocodile Dundee was a bonus. We felt we already knew him, plus he did a decades worth of Fosters lager ads too.

[@simonkevnorris]

I remember watching him on the Paul Hogan show with the various characters he played. I also recall Strop and the stunning Delvine Delany.

[@andrewwatt4146]

Hoges you are an Australian legend. You have done Australia proud. Thank you to you and all the people who worked with you. There will never be another you. You are Australia. Cheers mate 🍺🍺🍺

[@Grymkall]

Crocodile Dundee... one of my favourite movies. "Thats not a knife" quote still works today.

[@kingneptune8937]

As a middle age man from Newcastle england I grew up watching Mr Hogan in the late 70s and 80s, Mr Hogan is a great human being and has the ability to communicate and touch people at every level from working class to the upper classes, yes he's done things that some my disagree with but who hasn't, i respect you Mr Hogan, if your reading this any chance of a holiday for me and my lass 🤣🤣🤣

[@RD-dn7yv]

I watched Crocodile Dundee recently, forgot how good it is.

[@leon15776]

Reason we moved to Oz when I was a kid was because of this fella & thank god we did cause now I’m a proud Aussie & realise how lucky I am to be Aussie & live in the lucky country .Th U Hoges’s ,your an Aussie Legend

[@mattkinsella9856]

Hoges has done more for Australia than any individual person has done before or since. From his tourism ads to Croc Dundee, he showed what down to earth and great people Aussies are, as well as showing off what a stunningly beautiful country Australia is. So the way the tax man and press went after him is disgusting, he didn't deserve that at all, he deserves a bloody medal!

[@dorothycutler5539]

Typical of press and government re tax.

[@launabanauna8958]

I went to see Croc Dundee with my father. It was the only movie that he and I saw together in the movie theater, so I have fond memories of that wonderful day. I loved all of the movies Paul Hogan did, his playful, and adventurous personality shines through in all of his films in my opinion, and through his strength and bravery, he has persevered the many trials and tribulations that life has brought him. He is an inspiration, a loyal man to his friends and family, a person with a genuinely big heart, and I truly hope that he is as happy and well as he always seems to be in his interviews. Thank you for all that you do Mr. Hogan.

[@Will-sh8kl]

We used to laugh at the paul hogan show in the 1980s. We knew this guy was something special. What a treasure Australia gave us!

[@royw-g3120]

The original movie was mostly a gigantic hit in the American South with people going to many repeat viewings , his character was very relatable to guys in Texas, Tennessee, Georgia etc. etc.

[@wk1810]

Delvene is one fantastic woman!! A great role model.

[@PassionJo777]

She sure is

[@rajkobjelica4905]

Met delvene in passing on a plane. One hell of a snob. Now old & ugly.

[@jasminejones9937]

@@rajkobjelica4905 She's got a lot on her plate looking after her husband with Parkinson's is very stressful so yeah she probably did come across as a cold snob

[@Happiones]

@@rajkobjelica4905 I remember watching a doco on Jackie O where a friend was with her when she was approached in public by a fan. Jackie behaved very coldly and aloft so the friend asked her about it later on privately. Jackie basically put forward that if she did open up in public she wouldn't be able to get anything done because every one would want a piece of her. The reason a lot of stars like coming to Australia, although we're losing it these days, was because of the tall poppy syndrome. No way would an Aussie lower themselves enough to worship anyone, even God was only worshipped grudgingly........sometimes.

[@alisonnicol6343]

@@rajkobjelica4905 You’re kidding. She’s still absolutely gorgeous.

[@rogerschrager3589]

Would love to see paul again. He has a special magic that is rare. Please Paul, just one more.

[@MeneerHerculePoirot]

There are several films I enjoyed for a variety of reasons. Some changed my life's perspective. With others I simply enjoyed the ride. Crocodile Dundee accomplished both.

[@tetsuan25]

I've always liked Delvene Delaney she's always been so classy yet still very Aussie. Even as an older woman she is still beautiful.

[@mikeshergold4728]

Many happy returns for your 80th Paul..8/10/19..may you have many more.

[@nicolarollinson4381]

Just an ordinary bloke with extraordinary talent.

[@sgu02nsc66]

I’m a Brit and watching Crocodile Dundee in my youth made me think Australia was the coolest place ever!

[@tedlee2061]

You're a bloody Legend Hoges. As an Aussie living in Dallas, Texas I constantly get asked to do Dundee's "That's not a knife.... this is a knife" on a weekly basis. Paul worked on the Sydney Harbor Bridge with my grandfather and knew Hoges pretty well before he became a star. I can still remember pop telling me "Hey mate, I used to work with Paul when we were building the Bridge" when I was a kid. I'm 51 this August and his voice still rings in my head saying those words. He had other stories about his mate Hoges 'the funny bugger' but I've forgotten them all now. I'd love to actually meet up with Paul in the States and ask him if he remembers my Pop. But I'm just happy to be an Aussie larikin kicking it with my beautiful American wife in Dallas. Thanks for giving me a great line to say at parties Hoges, it never gets old and always gets plenty of laughs from all that hear me say it in me Aussie tongue. Loved watching you as a kid on the Paul Hogan Show with Strop and the always stunning Delvene Delainey. Love ya mate.

[@webbsway]

I have always loved Paul Hogan. He is just so real and talented. We have been blessed by his presence and he has beautiful children.

[@marleahstout2395]

This man is classier than any other Aussie to EVER walk into Hollywood. I can still tell the time by looking at the sun.

[@pantera6343]

We need more like him in the world , tells it as it is , no holding back ,

[@dawgwithabone6826]

WE ALL STILL LOVE YOU HOGES. MUCH LOVE TO John & Delvene💛

[@jeffreymilton5829]

Crocodile Dundee is cracking film. Good script, funny, not too violent, likable characters, a bit of romance and a happy ending. Perfect.

[@elmonteslim3711]

What a bloody legend...now that man makes me proud to be Australian.

[@Kallick]

He makes me want to be Australian :)

[@Zoran69]

Paul Hogan and Steve Irwin. Top Aussies!

[@joslippy2716]

💨💨💨💨

[@bryanwatt3943]

I've watched this about 30 times Paul hogan is one funny guy like honestly a right down to earth guy

[@AllIsWellaus]

Amazing. As a kid and being a New Zealander he certainly sparked the imagination of what it was to be Aussie. I loved it as a kid and appreciate it now from the time it came from. :)

[@barbaraweiler9605]

I love Paul Hogan I don't care how they try to smear him. I always will. He was so funny

[@leeholmes9962]

It's bad when you think about it you have the scumbag media trying to make Paul look bad 😂 he gave he's ex wife a load of money so she and the kid's never wanted for nothing he keepet a relationship with his kids a great man in my book 👍🇬🇧✌

[@Hanky_Bannist8r]

What a wonderful human being he must be. I don't believe Mick Dundee is a character, it's Paul Hogan as himself.

[@launabanauna8958]

Hanky Bannist8r Agreed, his playful and adventurous personality shines through in all his films, but Mick Dundee, is Paul Hogan.

[@thisisme3238]

Agree👍

[@Banana_Split_Cream_Buns]

Well he was. Google Rodney Ansell.

[@southernbellebornnbred7811]

Exactly

[@jeanmyers1787]

Lots of love & admiration from U.K.

[@jonmartin8408]

What a legend !! A true Australian comedic entertainer... He and john did more for the Promotion of tourism in Australia than anything that has been done since.... he put us on the map, and with the croc films showcased australia to the rest of the world...... Good on ya mate!

[@annetteslife]

I loved Crocodile Dundee and Paul Hogan was fantastic in that movie

[@rockym2931]

"He's stuffed." "Him and me both, Walt."

[@gordonowens7794]

I still remember seeing the Paul Hogan commercials promoting Australia.."If you come to Australia I'll put another shrimp on the barbie for ya".

[@jimjazz150]

He did some brilliant Fosters (beer) commercials in the UK.

[@hoatattis7283]

Gordon Owens: He was well paid you know

[@kVidStream]

I thought what he said was "...I'll put another prawn on the barbie for ya."

[@hoatattis7283]

@@kVidStream No it was made for the US market They say shrimps we say prawns

[@kVidStream]

@@hoatattis7283 AAaahhhh... so we got the real deal :)

[@wattienewton5447]

You gave the world Australia Joy and a whole lot of laughter Paul , it's that wicked sense of humour and the Magic of cracking a good joke . Cheers man

[@jujuoliver6959]

Aww he is lovely. Seems so straight about it all and just chilled.

[@donwhisonant1523]

I spent a week in Perth, Australia and I have to tell you-the Aussies are GREAT people. Just full of life. Out of all the countries I went to while in the Navy (11 total), this was the BEST. It was because of the people. They always made you feel welcomed. I went into town with a little over $800. I returned to the ship 5 days later and had $750. These people paid for everything while we were there. We met some gentlemen over there that actually came to San Diego with a girls soccer team and actually contacted us. Tried to welcome them as best we could, but these guys could definitely put away some pints! So when this movie came out, I just had to see it. Paul Hogan was fantastic!!

[@rickdaystar477]

I agree with you about the Aussies.During my tour in Vietnam in 1970 there was a detachment assigned to our Air Force Squadron. They had C-7 Caribou aircraft like ours and shared equipment and maintenance. These guys were like no other people I ever met. Best good natured and fun even during tough times. They also could "tip a serious quantity of pints"

[@paulschmidtke425]

Thanks guys, ex military myself and had some fun with your guys on exercise in the 80's in Townsville,, you guys quite liked a beer as I recall👍👍

[@rickdaystar477]

@@paulschmidtke425 Paul, I thought as a 19 year old could drink beer till I saw my Aussies drink 🍺 beer. Lol

[@ohwell2790]

@@rickdaystar477 Partied with some Aussies while a crew chief of a C-130 E, Closed the NCO club, we bought all the beer and took the party outside on the lawn. Great time, that would not happen in these days.

[@jaymeehoffstar2621]

Rick Daystar You thought you was a great beer drinker age 19? Geezus, you were still 2 yrs under legal age, wtf was you like when you were 21? ;P

[@alexrowson5698]

What a man and what an Aussie legend.

[@sailingsam3815]

Paul Hogan is amazing and deserves the success.

[@ChezzaAU]

A true Aussie icon. Hoges was such a natural at everything he did. He personified our layback culture, and put Australia on the map. Wish they'd play re-runs of The Paul Hogan Show with Strop, it would beat the rubbish that's on now!

[@ipc8255]

Maybe, the people's sense of humour changed a lot last couple od decades..

[@ronwilken5219]

Sense of humour? The haven't got any sense anymore let alone humour.

[@justaskunclejim]

That's not a knife, best quote ever.

[@YesYouAreAbsolutelyCorrect]

The quote is "That's not a knoif", please, be accurate, sir.

[@juliebergacker5680]

James Oakley 👍

[@jeffb5785]

I laughed very hard, it was 10% script and 90% delivery and 100% believable

[@user-tc3bx4ev8e]

@@YesYouAreAbsolutelyCorrect 👍😂😂😂

[@PatrickKelly-lz3pv]

Nothing about that film was original including "that's not a knife"

[@michaelsmith1094]

The guy is laid back an funny as heck, Kind of laughs at himself as much as any thing else. With his natural comical nature and can't believe more things didn't come his way.

[@launabanauna8958]

Michael Smith Not sure what you’re talking about, a lot of offers were made after the Dundee movies, in fact he wrote, and starred in several movies after that. To be able to actually write, and star in your own film is a rarity in Hollywood. The point that was being made in this video was it is nearly impossible to best your own first film when it is a mega hit like Croc Dundee 1 was. That movie put Australia on the map! There really isn’t enough that can be said about how much impact that movie had around the world. He handled his career quite nicely considering his circumstances. He’s a legend, and a good man.

[@dannyslammy4379]

I think his character is pretty much stereotypical for Australian men of his generation. And women too! There is a unmistakable confidence exuded when you can be relaxed and modest but to still have that edge about you - it's what left American's in awe (and still leaves the Pommie cricketers in awe!!!!!)

[@marleneboyd-wilson1268]

Great show man and entertainer. There's nobody quite like Paul Hogan he's a true blue Australian.

[@joyleenpoortier7496]

Its me again. I watched again, its a great story. RIP Strop, John Cornell

[@Fixingthingz4u]

The ATO should have paid Paul for the amount of tourism Australia has and is receiving what a great guy great movies all round legend !!

[@freeman7788]

High Court ruled in 17 May 2000 that the ATO is not a Legal entity and cannot define Income Tax. Smoke and Mirrors. moliker v Chapman Chapman was the Deputy Tax comissioner and the Ato wont defint Income tax.

[@TheFykle]

The Australian government deserves jack shit, the country always screws with its own

[@realfacthunt]

He's a proper bloke that's only got better with age.

[@launabanauna8958]

Del * Agreed! He’s a legend, and a good man.

[@robinhodgkinson]

What a life lived. All of us have a story, but Paul Hogan sure has a good one.

[@mariescott5892]

The one and only Paul Hogan ❤️ 🇦🇺 Treasure!!! Thanks Paul for all the incredible memories 👍 ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@peterharwood1430]

I have only seen 3 of his movies, both coc dundees and lightning Jack and they are hugely entertaining. The mans personality and humour is tremendous.

[@MoosesValley]

Hoges is a bloody legend. A top bloke. Down to earth. A real Aussie ! And John and Delvene ... incredible people. There were some terrific, ground breaking Aussie TV shows in the 70's .... The Paul Hogan Show, Aunty Jack, The Norman Gunston Show, Dame Edna Everage / Sir Les Patterson, The Don Lane Show (Bert Newton), Hey Hey It's Saturday, The Ernie Sigley Show, The Graham Kennedy Show, ..... and others I'll probably remember when I'm half asleep tonight ..... thanks for the memories and laughs ! (My parents lived next door to John and Delvene in Byron Bay for a while on the spit, but it was not like next door in a city - the houses were about 300m apart).

[@seichodan]

He is the exact reason why we New Englander's love you Aussies - Anytime you wanna "Come up" and literally go half way around the world, we would love to have you.

[@Highland_Moo]

He’s a lovely guy. I’m 45 and from the Scottish highlands and growing up, Crocodile Dundee and the 2nd one were my favourite films. I didn’t get to see the Paul Hogan shows until I was an adult and they too are fantastic. He’s a true gentleman in my opinion and the fact he can still take the piss outta himself proves he’s far more mature than 99% of actors out there.