334 shares He also hosted Bandstand for many years. I knew him - an absolute legend, a gentleman and a total professional who provided guidance and inspiration for many generations who followed. We loved him.
The New Zealand-born journalist leaves behind two children from his first marriage, and two children, Nicole, 50, and Jody, 48, with his second wife, Mardi.
Career: Henderson also hosted the popular Australian version of music show Bandstand from 1958 to 1972, which launched the careers of artists such as Peter Allen and the Bee Gees
Declining health: In February 2020, Henderson revealed his decision to refuse further treatment or surgery after he was diagnosed with kidney cancer. Pictured announcing his retirement in 2002
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Instead, John received the My Aged Care package for senior Australians, which covers just ten hours of care per week. I am angry. For years I have been angry about this, the Logie Hall of Famer said. Angry : Kerri-Anne spoke of the financial toll caring for her wheelchair-bound late husband John took on her. The couple are seen here in 2017 Who would have thought that somebody is not entitled to care because of a catastrophic accident at no fault of their own… that they cannot be looked after properly, Kerri-Anne added.
She told The Courier Mail last month she spent $2million on John s care until his death.
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Entertainment veteran Kerri-Anne Kennerley has suffered a broken collarbone after falling from a trapeze at Sydney s Lyric Theatre on Wednesday evening.
The former
Pippin when she fell around four metres onto the stage.
Kerri-Anne Kennerley with Pippin lead Ainsley Melham.
Producers said Kennerly finished her song and was taken to hospital. Scans revealed that in addition to a broken collarbone the TV star had sustained a chip to a bone in her ankle.
In a statement, Kennerley said the show had been one of the great experiences of her life and she was thankful for everyone s support. What happened is just a random misstep in the trapeze and circus world, she said. I ve always felt safe in their hands but accidents just happen.