Ossie Ostrich’s creator, Ernie Carroll is survived by his wife, Miffy Marsh. Here is what you need to know about the legendary TV and radio personality.
Ernie Carroll was a legendary Australian entertainer, puppeteer, and comic scriptwriter. He was also a famous radio and TV presenter best known for Ossie Ostrich.
Carroll was born in the house of a fruit farmer and he was raised beautifully. He graduated from the Vincent School of Broadcasting and kicked his career on the radio, TRFM.
Following that, Ernie worked for the Geelong radio station and Melbourne’s TV channel, GTV-9. He received an outbreak by puppeteering and voicing, Ossie Ostrich in the Tarax Show.
Caroll retired in December of 1994 after working for decades in the media sector. However, he reprised the role of Ossie in 2009 and 2010 from the Hey Hey reunion special and its re-installment.
Who Is Ernie Carroll Wife Miffy Marsh?
Ernie Carroll is outlived by his amazing wife, Miffy Marsh of almost 50 years.
The couple got married in a lavish ceremony around 5 decades earlier. They stayed together and supported one another through ups and downs.
Carroll and his wife, Miffy were unyoked by his tragic death on 30 March 2022.
Ernie Carroll Net Worth At Death Exposed
We have no idea about the exact net worth that Ernie Carroll left after his death.
He earned a huge wealth from his decades-long career as an entertainer and TV and radio personality. He also gained worldwide fame for his works on TV.
With his earnings, Carroll enjoyed a comfortable life until he died. But it is not clear how much fortune he has left behind to his successors.
Obituary: Ossie Ostrich Star Ernie Carroll Dead At 92
According to an online obituary, Ernie Carroll died on 30 March 2022 at the age of 92.
He was born on 26 May 1929 in Geelong, Victoria. He had an Australian nationality and certainly a white ethnic background.
The news of Carroll’s death was announced by Hey Hey It’s Saturday co-star, Daryl Somers on Wednesday night. He even shared heartfelt condolences to him via a tweet.
Ernie was surrounded by his wonderful family when he left this world. In fact, he was at his residence in Racecourse Grange Aged Care in Mornington, Victoria.
Carroll’s death has shocked everyone including his colleagues and fans. And they are paying tributes to the legendary star on social media platforms.
Ernie’s funeral will soon be held by his family members. Let us hope that his soul rests in peace forever.
Did Ernie Carroll Have Children?
TV star, Ernie Carroll has left his two grown-up children behind.
He is survived by his gorgeous daughter, Lynne, and his handsome son, Bruce. Both of his kids are disheartened by his passing and they are mourning his loss.
More updates on his children are yet to come our way.