01 Jul , 14:56
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Donald MacDonald, outstanding Australian film and TV series actor, TV presenter, screenwriter, and playwright, has passed away.
As reported by TUT.AZ with reference to News.com, the legendary showman died at the age of 86 after a prolonged battle with cancer. The famous performer spent the last days of his life in the hospital under close medical supervision.
MacDonald's colleagues confirmed the information about his passing with deep sorrow.
Born in Sydney, Donald MacDonald forever inscribed his name in the history of Australian television broadcasting as one of the first hosts of the iconic children's program Play School, which became an integral part of the life and upbringing of several generations of Australians.