Australian TV host Kerri-Anne Kennerley believes that the late comic Barry Humphries would not thrive in today’s entertainment industry due to cancel culture. The Australian comedian and actor is mourned by many as a household name and comedy genius. Celebrities like British comedian Ricky Gervais and Rob Brydon shared their tributes on Twitter. Humphries is known for his satirical shows as Dame Edna Everage and Sir Les Patterson. Kennerley stated that Humphries’ characters would not fit in today’s world because of the inappropriate content. The comments came after Melbourne Comedy Festival organizers removed Humphries’ name from the Barry Award in 2019 after his controversial remarks on transgenderism. British actress Miriam Margolyes criticized festival organizers and defended Humphries’ legacy. Cancel culture has prompted many comedians like David Chappelle, Jerry Seinfeld, and Rowan Atkinson to speak against it, claiming it stifles freedom of speech and undermines comedy’s purpose.