Jamie Dunn, the Australian entertainer and media personality known as the voice and puppeteer of the puppet Agro, has died. Reports indicate he was 75 or 76 years old. Dunn was a prominent figure in Australian television and radio for over three decades, contributing to national entertainment and various community initiatives.
Early Career and Television Contributions
Dunn began his entertainment career in the 1960s as a drummer in The Platter Pushers band. He later became widely recognized for his role as the voice and puppeteer behind the puppet character Agro. His television work included co-hosting Agro's Cartoon Connection on the Seven Network. He also provided the voice and puppetry for Channel Seven's Super Saturday, The Super Sunday Show, and Wombat. Dunn was also involved in the creation of two holiday specials, writing and co-producing Agro's Christmas Story in 1988 and A Very Agro Christmas in 1989.
Radio Career
Dunn had an extensive career in radio across multiple networks. He was a founding member of the B105 Morning Crew, which launched in 1990. The radio show, featuring Dunn and Agro, consistently led breakfast ratings in Brisbane until 2004.
In 2006, Dunn joined Zinc FM on the Sunshine Coast, where he co-hosted the Zinc Morning Zoo with Agro. His radio work also included hosting a talkback show on 4BC in Brisbane from 2009 to 2010. He later returned to radio to host a Saturday morning program on the Triple M network.
Community Involvement and Health Information
Dunn utilized his radio platform to raise funds for community causes, notably for the Royal Children's Hospital Foundation (RCHF). He undertook a trek of over 60 kilometers around Brisbane to support the RCHF. He also served as an ambassador for Steve and Terri Irwin's conservation organization, Wildlife Warriors.
Recent online posts by Dunn indicated he had been experiencing heart problems prior to his death.