Comedian Jimmy Cricket Dies at 80, Family Cites Love and Laughter

Jimmy Cricket, a beloved comedian, has passed away at the age of 80, with his family stating he spent his final days surrounded by loved ones, love, laughter, and songs.

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Published Monday 3 August 2026 at 6:20 pm AEST 2 min read

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