Graham Cyril KennedyAO (15 February 1934 – 25 May 2005) was an Australian entertainer and variety performer, as well as a personality and star of radio, theatre, television and film. He was often called "Gra Gra" (pronounced "gray-gray"). Honoured as an Officer of the Order of Australia and a six time recipient of the Gold Logie, including the Logie Hall of Fame award, as well as having won the Star of the Year Award in 1959, generally thought of as a fore-runner to the Logies. He is the most awarded star of Australian television. He was often referred to as "The King" or the "King of Australian television".
Early life
Childhood
Kennedy was born in Camden Street, Balaclava to Cyril William Kennedy and Mary Austen Kennedy (née Scott). Kennedy's mother, who was 18 years old at the time of his birth, was employed at a local picture theatre. His father worked variously as an engineer and handyman, mowed lawns and washed cars. In 1939 he joined the RAAF as an air gunner. Kennedy's first home was a "small, crowded duplex" at 32 Nelson Street, Balaclava. A 20cm diameter plaque was placed on the property by the City of Port Phillip, coincidentally in the week of Kennedy's death.
Kennedy also played for the New Zealand Kiwis, playing in 64 games, including 21 tests between 1961 and 1966. He played four matches as captain of the Kiwis.
While in Greymouth, Kennedy taught at his old school and Grey Main School. He was the first lay principal of Christian Brothers High School.
Coaching career
In 1967, Kennedy moved to Australia, becoming the player-coach of the Wagga Kangaroos in the Group 9 Rugby League competition. He became a respected coach, in 1980 Kennedy was only one of three to hold the top NSWRL grading outside of Sydney.
THE BEST OF GRAHAM KENNEDY - Aussie TV Nostalgia with BERT NEWTON / JOFF ELLEN / OSSIE OSTRICH etc
“The Best of Graham Kennedy”, hosted by Stuart Wagstaff, highlights from Kennedy’s long-running variety show “In Melbourne Tonight” (IMT), featuring Australian TV staples of the 1960’s and early 1970’s, including Bert Newton, Joffa Boy (Joff Ellen), Ossie Ostrich (Ernie Carroll), Evie Hayes, Rosie Sturgess, Patti McGrath (Patti Newton) and Johnny Ladd
published: 15 Aug 2019
Graham Kennedy Coast to Coast favourites (from a TV Special)
Graham Kennedy Coast to Coast favourites (from a TV Special) including a few segments not usually seen on the net.
published: 12 Sep 2011
Graham Kennedy's Blankety Blanks: A Cyril Question
A Cyril Question...
published: 02 Nov 2007
Graham Kennedy and Bert Newton: The Unforgettable TV Comedy Duo in a Hilarious Television Moment!
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published: 12 Nov 2019
THE GRAHAM KENNEDY SHOW Excerpt
Available on DVD through www.umbrellaent.com.au
Considered by many as the 'King' of Australian television, Graham Kennedy established himself on the ground-breaking prime-time live variety show In Melbourne Tonight, launched on GTV-9 in 1957. From there he was given the golden opportunity on special Friday night editions to host The Graham Kennedy Show and the rest is history- a bold, jocular and decidedly hilarious slice of Australian television variety.
Presented in this collection are four sensationally significant episodes (ranging from the 60's to the 70's) that will guarantee to send you back, including Graham's second ever episode.
Featuring his very first live AO-rated (adults only) transmission in Australia, which opened the floodgates to Graham's unique blend of spontaneous hu...
published: 30 Apr 2013
Graham Kennedy on Don Lane Show 1979
published: 29 Nov 2021
Watch Graham Ruin Everything! - Graham Kennedy Show, Cedel Soap Advertorial Segment 1960s
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published: 08 Feb 2018
Graham Kennedy's News Show: The Year of Two Dogs (1988).
Highlights from the first year of Graham Kennedy's late night news show.
published: 31 Mar 2011
Resident Evil 4 Remake - Aloha Leon Kennedy & Summetime Ashley Graham - Episode 14 - **BEACH PARTY**
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“The Best of Graham Kennedy”, hosted by Stuart Wagstaff, highlights from Kennedy’s long-running variety show “In Melbourne Tonight” (IMT), featuring Australian ...
“The Best of Graham Kennedy”, hosted by Stuart Wagstaff, highlights from Kennedy’s long-running variety show “In Melbourne Tonight” (IMT), featuring Australian TV staples of the 1960’s and early 1970’s, including Bert Newton, Joffa Boy (Joff Ellen), Ossie Ostrich (Ernie Carroll), Evie Hayes, Rosie Sturgess, Patti McGrath (Patti Newton) and Johnny Ladd
“The Best of Graham Kennedy”, hosted by Stuart Wagstaff, highlights from Kennedy’s long-running variety show “In Melbourne Tonight” (IMT), featuring Australian TV staples of the 1960’s and early 1970’s, including Bert Newton, Joffa Boy (Joff Ellen), Ossie Ostrich (Ernie Carroll), Evie Hayes, Rosie Sturgess, Patti McGrath (Patti Newton) and Johnny Ladd
Available on DVD through www.umbrellaent.com.au
Considered by many as the 'King' of Australian television, Graham Kennedy established himself on the ground-bre...
Available on DVD through www.umbrellaent.com.au
Considered by many as the 'King' of Australian television, Graham Kennedy established himself on the ground-breaking prime-time live variety show In Melbourne Tonight, launched on GTV-9 in 1957. From there he was given the golden opportunity on special Friday night editions to host The Graham Kennedy Show and the rest is history- a bold, jocular and decidedly hilarious slice of Australian television variety.
Presented in this collection are four sensationally significant episodes (ranging from the 60's to the 70's) that will guarantee to send you back, including Graham's second ever episode.
Featuring his very first live AO-rated (adults only) transmission in Australia, which opened the floodgates to Graham's unique blend of spontaneous humour and controversial observations. In the wake of Graham's infamous 'Crow Call' incident, also included is the rarely seen and totally uncut 1975 episode of the 'Criticism of Doug McClelland', where Graham's opening monologue attacks Senator Doug McClelland, the then Minister for the Media for his failure to support local content regulations for TV.
Supported by the likes of Bert Newton, Rosemary Margan and Pete Smith each episode is a tantalising peek into Australian television past, from cheeky discussions of censorship and nudity to live advertising jingles and sketches for Sidchrome, Tip Top, Tom Piper, Cedel Hairspray, TAA and even a classy Kentucky Fried Chicken spot with Bert Newton donning the white goatee and suit to portray the one and only Colonel Sanders!
Celebrating an array of entertaining guests, The Graham Kennedy Show includes: Don Saunders, Brian Doyle, Joff Ellen, Jack Little, Lorrae Desmond, Arthur Duncan, Elaine McKenna, Johnny Rohan, Jimmy Hannan, The George Brothers, early sightings of Ozzie Ostrich, a fresh- faced Daryl Somers as well as Jon English performing the breathtaking 'Heaven on Their Minds' from the hit 1972 Australian production of Jesus Christ Superstar.
Due to the archival nature of this presentation the quality of viewing material may vary from episode to episode, but it should not impact on your viewing enjoyment.
Available on DVD through www.umbrellaent.com.au
Considered by many as the 'King' of Australian television, Graham Kennedy established himself on the ground-breaking prime-time live variety show In Melbourne Tonight, launched on GTV-9 in 1957. From there he was given the golden opportunity on special Friday night editions to host The Graham Kennedy Show and the rest is history- a bold, jocular and decidedly hilarious slice of Australian television variety.
Presented in this collection are four sensationally significant episodes (ranging from the 60's to the 70's) that will guarantee to send you back, including Graham's second ever episode.
Featuring his very first live AO-rated (adults only) transmission in Australia, which opened the floodgates to Graham's unique blend of spontaneous humour and controversial observations. In the wake of Graham's infamous 'Crow Call' incident, also included is the rarely seen and totally uncut 1975 episode of the 'Criticism of Doug McClelland', where Graham's opening monologue attacks Senator Doug McClelland, the then Minister for the Media for his failure to support local content regulations for TV.
Supported by the likes of Bert Newton, Rosemary Margan and Pete Smith each episode is a tantalising peek into Australian television past, from cheeky discussions of censorship and nudity to live advertising jingles and sketches for Sidchrome, Tip Top, Tom Piper, Cedel Hairspray, TAA and even a classy Kentucky Fried Chicken spot with Bert Newton donning the white goatee and suit to portray the one and only Colonel Sanders!
Celebrating an array of entertaining guests, The Graham Kennedy Show includes: Don Saunders, Brian Doyle, Joff Ellen, Jack Little, Lorrae Desmond, Arthur Duncan, Elaine McKenna, Johnny Rohan, Jimmy Hannan, The George Brothers, early sightings of Ozzie Ostrich, a fresh- faced Daryl Somers as well as Jon English performing the breathtaking 'Heaven on Their Minds' from the hit 1972 Australian production of Jesus Christ Superstar.
Due to the archival nature of this presentation the quality of viewing material may vary from episode to episode, but it should not impact on your viewing enjoyment.
This clip is for preview only, for sourcing of original master footage, please contact: [email protected]
#GrahamKennedyShow #CedelSoap #EvieHayes #Adverto...
This clip is for preview only, for sourcing of original master footage, please contact: [email protected]
#GrahamKennedyShow #CedelSoap #EvieHayes #Advertorial #1960sTV #ClassicTV #AustralianTelevision #tvhistory
This clip is for preview only, for sourcing of original master footage, please contact: [email protected]
#GrahamKennedyShow #CedelSoap #EvieHayes #Advertorial #1960sTV #ClassicTV #AustralianTelevision #tvhistory
Made it to the island now off to save Summertime Ashely, along the way we have to send all manner of creature to the afterlife.
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Made it to the island now off to save Summertime Ashely, along the way we have to send all manner of creature to the afterlife.
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Made it to the island now off to save Summertime Ashely, along the way we have to send all manner of creature to the afterlife.
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“The Best of Graham Kennedy”, hosted by Stuart Wagstaff, highlights from Kennedy’s long-running variety show “In Melbourne Tonight” (IMT), featuring Australian TV staples of the 1960’s and early 1970’s, including Bert Newton, Joffa Boy (Joff Ellen), Ossie Ostrich (Ernie Carroll), Evie Hayes, Rosie Sturgess, Patti McGrath (Patti Newton) and Johnny Ladd
Available on DVD through www.umbrellaent.com.au
Considered by many as the 'King' of Australian television, Graham Kennedy established himself on the ground-breaking prime-time live variety show In Melbourne Tonight, launched on GTV-9 in 1957. From there he was given the golden opportunity on special Friday night editions to host The Graham Kennedy Show and the rest is history- a bold, jocular and decidedly hilarious slice of Australian television variety.
Presented in this collection are four sensationally significant episodes (ranging from the 60's to the 70's) that will guarantee to send you back, including Graham's second ever episode.
Featuring his very first live AO-rated (adults only) transmission in Australia, which opened the floodgates to Graham's unique blend of spontaneous humour and controversial observations. In the wake of Graham's infamous 'Crow Call' incident, also included is the rarely seen and totally uncut 1975 episode of the 'Criticism of Doug McClelland', where Graham's opening monologue attacks Senator Doug McClelland, the then Minister for the Media for his failure to support local content regulations for TV.
Supported by the likes of Bert Newton, Rosemary Margan and Pete Smith each episode is a tantalising peek into Australian television past, from cheeky discussions of censorship and nudity to live advertising jingles and sketches for Sidchrome, Tip Top, Tom Piper, Cedel Hairspray, TAA and even a classy Kentucky Fried Chicken spot with Bert Newton donning the white goatee and suit to portray the one and only Colonel Sanders!
Celebrating an array of entertaining guests, The Graham Kennedy Show includes: Don Saunders, Brian Doyle, Joff Ellen, Jack Little, Lorrae Desmond, Arthur Duncan, Elaine McKenna, Johnny Rohan, Jimmy Hannan, The George Brothers, early sightings of Ozzie Ostrich, a fresh- faced Daryl Somers as well as Jon English performing the breathtaking 'Heaven on Their Minds' from the hit 1972 Australian production of Jesus Christ Superstar.
Due to the archival nature of this presentation the quality of viewing material may vary from episode to episode, but it should not impact on your viewing enjoyment.
This clip is for preview only, for sourcing of original master footage, please contact: [email protected]
#GrahamKennedyShow #CedelSoap #EvieHayes #Advertorial #1960sTV #ClassicTV #AustralianTelevision #tvhistory
Made it to the island now off to save Summertime Ashely, along the way we have to send all manner of creature to the afterlife.
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Graham Cyril KennedyAO (15 February 1934 – 25 May 2005) was an Australian entertainer and variety performer, as well as a personality and star of radio, theatre, television and film. He was often called "Gra Gra" (pronounced "gray-gray"). Honoured as an Officer of the Order of Australia and a six time recipient of the Gold Logie, including the Logie Hall of Fame award, as well as having won the Star of the Year Award in 1959, generally thought of as a fore-runner to the Logies. He is the most awarded star of Australian television. He was often referred to as "The King" or the "King of Australian television".
Early life
Childhood
Kennedy was born in Camden Street, Balaclava to Cyril William Kennedy and Mary Austen Kennedy (née Scott). Kennedy's mother, who was 18 years old at the time of his birth, was employed at a local picture theatre. His father worked variously as an engineer and handyman, mowed lawns and washed cars. In 1939 he joined the RAAF as an air gunner. Kennedy's first home was a "small, crowded duplex" at 32 Nelson Street, Balaclava. A 20cm diameter plaque was placed on the property by the City of Port Phillip, coincidentally in the week of Kennedy's death.