Cal Wilson, celebrated New Zealand comedian dead at 53
New Zealand entertainer Cal Wilson has died after a brief illness.
The 53-year-old's agency confirmed the sad news in a statement this morning, saying the comedian, writer and actor passed away at Sydney's Royal Prince Alfred Hospital a short time ago.
"She was a friend of the show, one of the friendliest loveliest people out there," Today Extra's David Campbell said.
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"Her work and stand up work, she brought so much joy into people's lives and she really lit up every room and every screen she was on.
"Our heart is with her family and friends and the comedy community that surrounded her, it's a big, big loss and shock as well."
Wilson was from Christchurch, but moved to Melbourne in 2003 to star in the well-known sketch show Skithouse.
Other notable works include featuring on Spicks and Specks, Good News Week, Would I Lie To You and 14 appearances at the Melbourne Comedy Festival of which she was a member of its board.
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