Dick McCann
Not to be confused with Dick McCann Memorial Award.
Dick McCann was an Australian comedian and TV personality,[1] based on Brisbane's Channel 7 in the late 60s[2] and early 70s. As well as performing on Theatre Royal(1960–69), he presented the Children's Hour in the afternoon.[3]
He is well remembered for his character Beanpole[4] due to his lanky appearance.
McCann won three Logie Awards,[5]
- 1965 Most Popular Male. (Queensland)
- 1969 Best Male Personality (Queensland)
- 1970 Best Local Show (Queensland)