Jamie Dunn, the man behind the cheeky puppet Agro, has passed away at his home on Saturday morning, aged 75.
Dunn began his entertainment career as a drummer and singer before lending his voice to Agro, the mischievous puppet who would become a fixture on Australian children’s television. Agro first appeared on shows such as Boris’ Breakfast Club and Wombat, later starring in Super Sunday Show and Super Saturday Show on Channel Seven.
In 1990, Agro received his own show, Agro’s Cartoon Connection, which ran until 1997 and won seven consecutive Logie awards for Most Popular Children’s Program. Dunn’s wit and energy brought the puppet to life, delighting a generation of young viewers with its cheeky humour and playful chaos.
Beyond television, Dunn enjoyed a long career in radio. He was an original member of Brisbane’s B105 Morning Crew before moving to Sunshine Coast FM station Zinc 96 in 2005. More recently, he hosted a Saturday morning show on the Triple M network.
In 2020, Dunn announced plans to revive Agro with a new program, Agro Up Late, alongside former Big Brother contestant Ben Zabel. Late last year, he had been in talks with Channel Seven about a one-hour Agro Up Late special in 2026.
Dunn is survived by his wife Maree and their children. Tributes have begun pouring in, with Brisbane Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner writing:
“Sad to hear of the passing of Jamie Dunn, the brilliant media personality behind Agro. For so many Queensland kids like me growing up in the 80s and 90s, Agro’s Cartoon Connection was a daily dose of chaos, laughter and cheeky humour. Jamie’s quick wit and comic timing turned a puppet into a cultural icon that entertained a generation of Aussies. Jamie was a proud Brisbane talent who brought joy to millions of homes across the country. Our thoughts are with his family, friends and the many fans who grew up with Jamie and his iconic sense of humour. Rest in peace, Jamie.”
Jamie Dunn’s legacy lives on in the laughter and memories of those who grew up watching Agro, a reminder of the joy and mischief he brought into homes across Australia.
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