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Rolf Harris

entertainer

Born: Died: Australian

Rolf Harris (30 March 1930 – 10 May 2023) was an Australian musician, television personality, painter, and actor. He used a variety of instruments in his performances, notably the didgeridoo and the Stylophone, and is credited with the invention of the wobble board. He was convicted in England in 2014 of the sexual assault of four underage girls, which effectively ended his career.

Harris began his entertainment career in 1953, releasing several songs, including "Tie Me Kangaroo Down, Sport" (a Top 10 hit in Australia, the UK and the United States), "Sun Arise", "Jake the Peg" and "Two Little Boys", which reached number 1 in the UK. From the 1960s, Harris was a successful television personality in the UK, later presenting shows such as Rolf's Cartoon Club and Animal Hospital. In 1985, he hosted the short educational film Kids Can Say No!, which warned children between ages five and eight how to avoid situations where they might be sexually abused, how to escape such situations and how to get help if they are abused.

Notable For

Australian entertainer

Rolf Harris's Historical Timeline

  1. Rolf Harris is born

    Rolf Harris, Australian entertainer, known for australian entertainer, was born on 1930-03-30.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rolf Harris born?
Rolf Harris was born on 1930-03-30 (Australian).
What is Rolf Harris known for?
Australian entertainer
What historical events involved Rolf Harris?
Rolf Harris was involved in 1 recorded historical event, including Rolf Harris is born.
When did Rolf Harris die?
Rolf Harris died on 2023-01-01.

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