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Vale Chad Morgan

The beloved king of the country comedy genre has died at the age of 91.

7 Jan 2025 12:58

David Burton

Celebrated country music legend Chad Morgan passed away on New Year's Day.

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Celebrated country music legend Chad Morgan died on New Year’s Day. Image: Supplied.

Australian country music legend Chad Morgan died on 1 January 2025, at the age of 91. Celebrated as a beloved larrikin, Morgan died at a hospital in Gin Gin, near Bundaberg.

Troy Cassar-Daley posted online that Morgan was a hilarious comedian. “He was always such an individual, that’s what endeared him to so many in our industry,” he wrote.

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David Burton

David Burton is a writer from Meanjin, Brisbane. David also works as a playwright, director and author. He is the playwright of over 30 professionally produced plays. He holds a Doctorate in the Creative Industries.

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