Ernie Dingo facts for kids
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Ernie Dingo
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Dingo presenting The Great Outdoors
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Ernest Ashley Dingo
31 July 1956 Bullardoo Station, Western Australia, Australia
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| Occupation | Comedian, actor, TV presenter |
| Years active | 1976–present |
| Spouse(s) | Sally Ashton-Dingo (née Butler) (1989–2011) |
| Children | 5 |
Ernie Dingo is a famous Indigenous Australian comedian, actor, and TV presenter. He was born on July 31, 1956. Ernie is from the Yamatji people, who live in the Murchison area of Western Australia. He is known as an Australian National Living Treasure, which means he is highly respected for his contributions to Australia.
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Ernie Dingo's Early Life
Ernie Dingo was born on July 31, 1956, at Bullardoo Station. He was the second of nine children in his family. Ernie grew up in Mullewa, Western Australia with his three brothers and five sisters.
He went to Prospect Primary School and Geraldton High School. After moving to Perth, Ernie met Richard Walley while playing basketball. This meeting helped him get his first big chance in acting. Ernie also played basketball for the East Perth Hawks. Before becoming famous, he completed training to become a sign writer.
Ernie Dingo's Career Highlights
Ernie Dingo became well-known in 1976. He worked with Richard Walley to create a public "Welcome to Country" ceremony in Perth. This ceremony is a special way to welcome people to Indigenous land. As an Australian National Living Treasure, Ernie has supported important causes. He helped promote "Hand Across Australia" to support Indigenous Recognition and Equal Rights.
Ernie Dingo in Movies
Ernie Dingo started his movie career in the early 1980s. He appeared in many films throughout the 1990s. In 1987, he played the main character in the movie Tudawali. He also appeared in The Fringe Dwellers that same year.
A big role for him was in the popular movie Crocodile Dundee II in 1988. He played himself in the comedy Cappuccino in 1989. Ernie also had a major part in the 1991 film Until the End of the World. Later, he starred in Blackfellas (1993) and Dead Heart (1996). In 2010, he was in the Aboriginal musical Bran Nue Dae with Jessica Mauboy and Geoffrey Rush.
Ernie Dingo on Television
Ernie Dingo's first big TV role was in 1989. He appeared in the sketch comedy show Fast Forward on Channel 7. He has also acted in many Australian TV series. These include Blue Heelers, The Flying Doctors, and Heartbreak High.
He hosted the popular travel show The Great Outdoors for 16 years. This show ran from 1993 to 2009. Ernie also narrated the Indigenous part of the 2000 Olympic Games opening ceremony in Sydney.
In 2007, Ernie was a contestant on the singing show It Takes Two. He also hosted the first season of No Leave, No Life. In 2012, Ernie and his family were featured in the ABC documentary series Family Confidential.
He appeared in the TV series Serangoon Road in 2013. Also in 2013, Ernie played a Vietnam veteran in an episode of Redfern Now called "Dogs of War." In 2018, he played Keith Groves in the TV mini-series Mystery Road.
Today, Ernie hosts the travel show Going Places with Ernie Dingo. You can watch it on NITV and SBS. In 2022, he was part of a special TV show. It was a tribute to Australian comedian Paul Hogan called the Roast of Paul Hogan.
Ernie Dingo's Personal Life
Ernie Dingo has children and grandchildren. His eldest daughter, Carrleen, was born when he was 18. Through her, he has two grandchildren.
Ernie married Sally Butler in 1989. They adopted a daughter named Wilara. They also helped care for one of Ernie's grandchildren. Ernie also has twin boys, Jimmy and Stewie, who were born in 2015. His marriage to Sally ended in 2011.
Ernie Dingo loves Australian rules football. He is a big fan of the Australian Football League team, the West Coast Eagles. In 2020, Ernie traveled around Western Australia to speak with Indigenous groups. He talked about important health information. Ernie also enjoys basketball. He played at a high level in 1973 for the Perth Wildcats. He planned to play basketball for Australia in the masters games in 2022.
Awards and Recognition
Ernie Dingo has received many awards for his work. In 1990, he was made a Member of the Order of Australia. This award recognized his great contributions to the performing arts.
He won an AFI Award in 1988. This was for his role in the TV movie A Waltz Through the Hills. He was also nominated for awards for his roles in Tudawali, Heartland, and Redfern Now.
See also
In Spanish: Ernie Dingo para niños
