Barry Humphries' health had 'worsened' before hospital dash

Concerns for Dame Edna Everage comic Barry Humphries, 89, as it is revealed his health had ‘worsened’ before being rushed to hospital

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Barry Humphries’ health had ‘worsened’ in the week before he was rushed to hospital after a ‘serious’ setback, it has been revealed.

The comedian, 89, known for his drag alter ego Dame Edna Everage, has sparked health concerns after he was re-admitted to St Vincent’s Hospital following a hip replacement.

His family had rushed to be by his bedside earlier this week after he suffered post-surgery complications.

Now, it has been revealed that there are ‘serious’ concerns for the entertainer amid his hospital dash, according to The Sun.

Entertainment journalist Peter Ford told Channel Seven’s Sunrise that Barry’s health had ‘worsened’ in the week before his hospital admission.

Concerns: Barry Humphries’ health had ‘worsened’ in the week before he was rushed to hospital after a ‘serious’ setback, it has been revealed

Health: The comedian, 89, known for his drag alter ego Dame Edna Everage, has sparked health concerns after he was re-admitted to St Vincent’s Hospital following a hip replacement 

‘I reckon Barry has a fighting spirit and he’s not going to give up easily,’ he added.

On Wednesday, Peter had said ‘things are tough’ and asked fans to send their love to the man who had been making them laugh for decades.

‘At this moment Barry is a serious condition but being kept comfortable. He’s surrounded by family,’ he said.

MailOnline has contacted Barry’s representatives for comment. 

Earlier this week, Barry issued a statement through his publicist thanking fans and well-wishers after he was re-admitted to hospital.

‘Barry would like to thank every body for the support and best wishes he has received but he would like more and more,’ his publicist told 9News. 

His wife Elizabeth Spender also told 9News that he was ‘doing fine’. 

It comes just weeks after the entertainer revealed he was in ‘agony’ after a fall at his home in February, forcing him to undergo hip replacement surgery.

Barry said the injury to his hip occurred when he tripped on a rug while reaching for a book. 

At the time, he said he was hoping to be back on his feet in time for another ‘one man show’ to be held later this year.

‘I have to get back on my feet… I’m going back on tour later this year. 

‘The result of my broken hip means I now have a titanium hip… you can call me ‘Bionic Bazza’,’ he told the Sydney Morning Herald in March.

The star said his medical bill ‘is bloody enormous’, adding: ‘I strongly advise not breaking your hip!’

Barry had been working with a physiotherapist at a rehabilitation facility in Sydney’s eastern suburbs before this latest setback. 

Struggles: Entertainment journalist Peter Ford told Channel Seven’s Sunrise that Barry’s health had ‘worsened in the last week’ before his hospital admission (Barry is pictured in 2009) 

Star: He has played Dame Edna since 1955 and was just a 21-year-old university dropout and aspiring artist when he created the persona for which he would later become world-famous 

Throughout his career, Barry has met and charmed most of the Royal Family, from the late Queen Mother to King Charles III.

He has played Dame Edna since 1955 and was just a 21-year-old university dropout and aspiring artist when he created the persona for which he would later become world-famous.

Barry has been married four times and has four children – art dealer and journalist Oscar, actress Tessa, Rupert and Emily. 

He lives in London with his wife Lizzie Spender but has been spending time in Australia since December, catching up with old friends like painter John Olsen. 

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