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Australian TV royalty Jimmy Hannan has died

The Gold Logie winner was instrumental in shaping Aussie TV.

Australian TV royalty Jimmy Hannan has passed away at the age of 84.

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More on his passing in the video below.

Hannan’s daughter Emily Gillman confirmed the death.

She said in a statement, “He passed away peacefully after a short battle with cancer.”  

“He was 84 so he had a fantastic life.”

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The icon was surrounded by his loved ones.

He will be laid to rest on Friday.

Hannan took home the Gold Logie back in 1965, and was celebrated as a Australian variety show host, singer, entertainer and game show host.

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He famously released a single with The Bee Gees.

He is survived by his wife and four children.

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