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Sky News AU
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Sky News AU
'Put that in my will': Crocodile Dundee star Paul Hogan's final wish to return home to Australia revealed as he opens up about family and health at 85
Paul Hogan has spoken candidly about his health, family and legacy in a new interview, revealing the deeply personal- and unmistakably Aussie- farewell wish he's now made official in his will. The 85-year-old comedy legend, who now lives in Los Angeles, told Channel Seven's Sally Bowrey that when the time comes, he wants his ashes scattered from Sydney's iconic Harbour Bridge a place that holds deep personal meaning, given his early years spent working on it as a rigger. "I want my ashes scattered off the Harbour Bridge," he told Bowery in an interview, which aired Monday. "I put that in my will." While Hogan has travelled between LA and Sydney in recent years, his most recent trip in May sparked concern after he was spotted being wheeled through the airport by Qantas staff. But true to form, Hogan laughed off the attention with his trademark grin. "They got me in a wheelchair," he said. When asked directly about his health, Hogan didn't shy away. "Well, I have arthritis, and I have a knee, which, much to my embarrassment, I injured skateboarding… I'm an 80-plus skateboarder," he laughed. Bowrey praised his spirit, saying skateboarding as an octagenarian was no small feat. "Well, I've been a late starter all my life," Hogan replied. The Crocodile Dundee star, who penned the now-iconic script in just four weeks, reflected on his unlikely rise from blue-collar worker to global superstar. "One minute I'm a blue-collar worker on the Harbour Bridge, and next minute I'm meeting the Queen," he recalled. Born in Parramatta in 1939, Hogan first found fame in a chance appearance on the Nine Network's New Faces program, which led to a television career and a fateful partnership with the late John Cornell, his best mate and co-creator of both The Paul Hogan Show and Crocodile Dundee. At age 46, with four kids already, Hogan became an international sensation thanks to the 1986 blockbuster, winning a Golden Globe and scoring an Oscar nomination for Best Original Screenplay. Despite the fame, Hogan says he still finds media attention overwhelming, especially when it comes to his youngest son, Chance, whom he shares with ex-wife and Croc Dundee co-star Linda Kozlowski. "I get a bit annoyed with the press I get off the rags from my 'troubled son' Chance," he said. "He's pretty clever, because he knows… there's this paparazzi guy who lives down our street, and he plays it up. But he's actually a hero." Hogan added that Chance is still working hard to build his own career. The 27-year-old is currently the lead singer of punk band Rowdy P. "As soon as he does, I'll be back here (in Australia)- unless he comes with me, then I'll be back sooner," Hogan said. Bowrey said the interview left her touched by Hogan's signature wit and warmth. "He still has that gorgeous twinkle in his eye," she revealed after the interview on Sydney's 7NEWS. "He's just the most delightful person to interview and spend time with."
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Crocodile Dundee legend reveals plans for death and iconic location he wants ashes scattered
Crocodile Dundee legend Paul Hogan has opened up of his dream move before he dies and candidly revealed where he would like his ashes to be scattered Paul Hogan has candidly opened up on death and how he sees it panning out for him. The Crocodile Dundee legend, 85, has admitted he plans to return home before he dies. The Australian, who starred as the iconic Mick Dundee, set up home in Los Angeles in the nineties but anticipates returning Down Under. And it's in his native land where he'd love his ashes to be spread following his death. The veteran star went as far as saying he hopes to return to Australia"as soon as he possibly can" such is his keenness to spend his final moments in his home country. Speaking to 7NEWS in Australia, the Hollywood star said: "I want to die here. I am antique now, time just slips away." Despite having a wry smile on his face, he continued: "'I want my ashes scattered off the Harbour Bridge. Put that in my will." At present, Paul is set on staying stateside to help for son Chance, 27, build his career. He called his son "troubled". "He's still trying to build his career up, and as soon as he does I will be back here," Paul said. "Unless he comes with me, I will be back sooner." In recent months, Chance left his social media followers concerned after a string of alarming posts. Earlier in the year, he took to social media to share a video of himself drunk as he begged for somebody to "kill" him. In the upload, he sipped on wine as he said "This is my life." Speaking on the Today Show in May, Paul was asked about Chance. he admitted he was "alright. Better than he gets." The actor went on to say: "He gets a lot of tabloid stuff, but he's a terrible person because he knows they're watching him and he puts something on for them." Despite Chance's alarming social media posts, Paul told the Daily Mail last December: "It's a lot of made up stuff and a lot of it he (Chance) does on purpose." While Paul made the confessions, sources claimed his son could give him his blessing for the move. "Paul felt healthier than he had in months, and even Chance agreed that Australia had been good for them both,'" a source told New Idea. In January, Paul made a rare appearance as he celebrated the reboot of classic series Crocodile Dundee. He walked the red carpet at the premiere and donned a stylish brown leather jacket over a black shirt and matching jeans. He opted for a leather belt and black trainers to complete the look as he posed for cameras at the event. If you're struggling and need to talk, the Samaritans operate a free helpline open 24/7 on 116 123. Alternatively, you can email jo@ or visit their site to find your local branch
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Paul Hogan reveals the REAL reason he was forced to use a wheelchair during his recent trip to Australia as the iconic actor gives shock health update
Paul Hogan has revealed the true reason he was forced to use a wheelchair when arriving in Australia for a month-long holiday in May. The 85-year-old actor told 7NEWS on Monday that he surprisingly suffered an injury in a skateboarding accident, which exacerbated his arthritis. 'They got me in the wheelchair,' the Crocodile Dundee star said with a laugh, adding that he is in good health. 'I have arthritis. And I have a knee, which, much to my embarrassment, I injured skateboarding,' he said. Hogan continued: 'I was an 80-plus skateboarder. I'm not proud, but I'll get in the wheelchair every time.' From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. The iconic movie star added, joking, 'Well, I've always been a late starter'. Hogan looked much healthier and happier as he left Sydney at the start of July following a vacation Down Under. He entered Sydney Airport unaided by a wheelchair and appeared to have healed up from his skateboarding accident. It was a far cry from how Hogan had arrived in Sydney from the USA in May. At that time, he looked frail and exhausted, and was escorted from the terminal with the help of staff while sitting in a wheelchair. With multiple airport personnel assisting him, Hogan was ushered outside to waiting transport. Paul's return Down Under last month came amid reports he's moving home for good. Chatter has increased that the star is planning to relocate home to Australia permanently. Hogan has remained in the USA for decades, and has expressed that he stays stateside to care for his troubled son, Chance, 27. However, according to a new report, Hogan has finally decided to return home with his son's blessing. Chance reportedly saw how positive a trip Down Under was for his dad earlier this year. 'Paul felt healthier than he had in months, and even Chance agreed that Australia had been good for them both,' an alleged source told New Idea. 'Chance has long known he's the reason why Paul remains in the States,' they continued. 'But this recent trip was a wake-up call. He can see how important it is for his dad to spend his twilight years on home turf. He now believes it will extend his life.' Chance has been living with his father in LA since his parents' divorce in 2014 after 24 years of marriage. Hogan shares son Chance with second wife Linda Kozlowski, who was his Crocodile Dundee co-star. The actor made the move to settle with Linda in Los Angeles in the '90s. He also has several children with former wife Noelene Edwards - sons Brett, Clay, Scott, and daughter Lauren. Paul shot to fame in the '80s when he portrayed Mick 'Crocodile' Dundee in the classic outback adventure franchise which boasted three films. The star was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay and won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor for his performance.
7NEWS
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- 7NEWS
Paul Hogan breaks his silence over wheelchair photos: ‘They got me'
They were the photos that sparked alarm. Paul Hogan - appearing frail, hunched in a wheelchair - pushed through Sydney Airport as he returned home. For months, the questions have swirled. Is Hoges okay? What's happened to the man who brought Mick Dundee to life? Know the news with the 7NEWS app: Download today Now, in a candid sit-down with 7NEWS, the icon is finally opening up. At 85, Paul Hogan still flashes that famous grin. But when asked about those photos, he doesn't shy away. 'They got me in the wheelchair…' he says. Then a pause - and a story no one saw coming. Tonight on 7NEWS, you'll hear it all. Not just what really happened that day, but what's been happening in Hogan's life away from the spotlight. He speaks with warmth about his youngest son, Chance, and with brutal honesty about the headlines that have hurt them both. He shares what it's like to go from working on the Harbour Bridge to dinner with Hollywood royalty. And the iconic moment Clint Eastwood quoted his line back to him. This year also marks the 40th anniversary of the original Crocodile Dundee release, which went on to earn more than USD$300 million and put Australia on the map. A new documentary revisits the phenomenon and the man behind it, with Hogan reflecting on the whirlwind that changed his life forever. But even after all the fame, fortune and attention, there's one thing Paul Hogan wants more than anything. 'To come home,' he says. 'I want to come back,' he tells 7NEWS presenter Sally Bowrey. 'Because I want to die here.' It's raw, surprising, and Paul Hogan as you've never seen him before. Why was he in that wheelchair? What's next for Hoges?
Time Out
24-06-2025
- Time Out
Uncovered: Australia's top 20 hidden natural wonders worth the detour
Can you keep a secret? Well, it looks like we can't. Australia's best-kept secret natural landmarks have just been revealed, and we decided they're just too good to gatekeep. From hidden waterfalls and underground caves to Australia's longest lava tube system, these off-the-beaten-track wonders are well worth the detour on your next road trip. While everyone has their own idea of a ' hidden gem ', the crew at Mitsubishi Motors crunched the numbers to find the real deal. They sorted through more than 50,000 Aussie attractions on TripAdvisor, filtering out the big-ticket spots, before landing on a top 20 list of secret natural hotspots – all with high ratings, but barely any online searches. It's no secret Aussies love chasing waterfalls, so we're not surprised that a hidden waterfall, Gunlom Falls, claims the title of Australia's top hidden gem. Although technically an under-the-radar landmark, this stunning 85-metre waterfall in the Top End is no stranger to the spotlight, having played a starring role in Crocodile Dundee. It's received a lot of media attention lately too, after Kakadu National Park announced its plans to reopen the waterfall on July 4 after a six-year closure. We're all about sharing secrets, so after swimming in the lower plunge pool, climb the steep trail to the top of the falls, where a series of magical infinity rock pools await. Funnily, our top pick for the best thing to do in Brisbane is also considered Australia's second-best-kept secret location. That title goes to Mount Coot-tha Summit Lookout – Brisbane's highest point, offering panoramic city views that are especially stunning at sunrise and sunset. Queensland claimed seven of the top 20 spots, with K'gari 's 75 Mile Beach ranking third and Cooktown's Grassy Hill Lookout rounding out the top five. Western Australia holds its own with just as many top 20 hidden gems as the Sunshine State, while the remaining secret spots are dotted across the Northern Territory, Tasmania, New South Wales and Victoria. You can explore the full list here or check out our summary below. These are the 20 best secret natural wonders in Australia Gunlom Falls, NT Mount Coot-tha Summit Lookout, QLD Seventy-Five Mile Beach, QLD St Columba Falls, TAS Grassy Hill, QLD Kelly's Knob Lookout, WA Guide Falls, TAS Hamelin Pool Marine Nature Reserve, WA Fraser Avenue Lookout, WA The Nut State Reserve, TAS Chillagoe-Mungana Caves, QLD Day Dream Mine, NSW Thunder Point Coastal Reserve, VIC Undara Lava Tubes, QLD Woolshed Waterfalls, VIC Coombabah Lakelands, QLD Crystal Cave Yanchep, WA Cutta Cutta Caves, NT Coral Bay Beach, WA Mount Charlotte Lookout, WA Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Australia newsletter for more news, travel inspo and activity ideas, straight to your inbox. 🚘 The best Australian road trips to do before you die 😃
