The puppet Agro’s voice actor, Jamie Dunn, and also one of the most well-known entertainers in Australia, has died. Dunn was born in 1949, placing his age at 76, while some reports state him being 75. Dunn’s death was confirmed to be on 3/7/2026, while his wife Maree was also in the house at the time of his death. Many of his fans, friends, and family members have worked with him on the radio, TV, and stages across Australia, and have described him as a very big and warm person, and have said that he acted in a way that was very funny and made many generations of people laugh.
While many reports state that Dunn’s death was described to be peaceful and unexplainable, and some early social media posts speculate the cause of death to be a heart attack, family members have not been described to state any true cause of death except for that it was sudden. Jamie Dunn’s family stated that they wished to keep it quiet and celebrate his career and all of the wonderful things he has done for people instead of focusing on the death.
Dunn’s passing brings an end to an era of Australian show business. Agro, a wisecracking puppet in a mullet and a snappy suit, was a household name in the 1980s and 1990s. He won several TV Week Logie Awards and appeared on Wombat, Agro’s Cartoon Connection and a myriad of other television specials. Dunn’s quick wit, ventriloquism, and ability to push the envelope of family friendly entertainment made Agro an endearing character for children and adults.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Jamie Dunn (creator and voice of Agro the puppet) |
| Born | August 12, 1949 – Brisbane, Queensland, Australia (age 76 at passing; some reports list 75) |
| Died | March 7, 2026 – Imbil, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia (peacefully at home with wife Maree) |
| Cause of Death | Not officially detailed by family; reports describe sudden/peaceful passing, with some citing heart attack or heart-related issues (kept private; focus on celebration of life) |
| Profession | Puppeteer, comedian, voice artist, radio host, TV personality; creator of iconic puppet Agro |
| Famous For | Agro the puppet (cheeky “talking bathmat” character from late 80s/90s); Agro’s Cartoon Connection (Seven Network); long-running B105 radio breakfast host; over 50 years in Aussie entertainment |
| Career Highlights | Agro’s Cartoon Connection (1990–1997); B105 Morning Crew (million-dollar personality era); radio at 4BC, Zinc 96, etc.; live shows, voice-overs, Logie-winning kids’ TV icon |
| Family | Wife: Maree Dunn (devoted partner; he passed surrounded by her); no public details on children or extended family; kept personal life private, focused on work and charity |
| Net Worth (est.) | Comfortable multi-million AUD range (from TV/radio contracts, Agro merchandise/royalties, live gigs, property like rural Imbil home; no flashy public figures) |
| Lifestyle | Grounded Queensland bloke: rural Sunshine Coast life in later years; loved music, mischief, friends, good causes; semi-retired but active with occasional shows and Agro appearances |
| Social Media & Legacy Links | (Official/legacy pages for Agro/Jamie content, clips, nostalgia; tributes now widespread on news & fan pages post-passing) |
| @agroakajamiedunn – Official Agro/Jamie account (nostalgia posts, clips from 80s/90s, fan memories; active for highlights) | |
| AGRO aka Jamie Dunn – Public figure page (21K+ followers; photos, reels, live show memories, recent tributes) | |
| X (Twitter) | No major personal/verified account; search #JamieDunn, #AgroRIP, or follow news like @theprojecttv, @brisbanetimes for mentions/clips |
| YouTube | No official personal channel; search “Agro Jamie Dunn” for classic clips, interviews (e.g., Studio 10, McKnight Tonight final interview), outtakes, and tribute videos on channels like TV Blackbox or fan uploads |
| Other / Tributes | News outlets: 9News Australia (@9NewsAUS on Instagram/X), B105 FM pages; search #RIPJamieDunn or #AgroLegend for fan reactions, old Agro segments, and condolences |
Youth and Rise to Stardom
Jamie Dunn was born on the 12th of August 1949 in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. He was brought up in a working-class family, which sharpened his sense of humor and work ethic. At an early age, he began to show an inclination towards performance, and soon combined this with comedy, puppetry and voice work. His first major break was in the early 70s, when he began working in commercial radio and television. However, it was the character of Agro that he created in the late 70s early 80s that brought him to instant fame.
Dunn used to perform ventriloquy for Agro when it was first broadcast in Brisbane TV. His voice was playful, cheeky, and full of witty comments alongside puppetry, which a lot of children seemed to enjoy. Their duo achieved kids’ recordings and toys, performed at festivals, and toured Australia. Dunn was even able to do radio and seamlessly transition to hosting at B105 and 4BC where his shows included jokes and pranks, as well as interviews with celebrities. Dunn performed at several events and was one of the first voice actors in Australia to perform at after dinner jokes and commercials. Dunn enjoyed his later years of life performing with Agro, creating shows for the radio and performing occasional roles for TV.
Dunn was married to his wife, Maree Dunn. The couple enjoyed a quieter life in regional Queensland where they had moved to semi retire at Imbil. This was a few hours from the Sunshine Coast where they would enjoy the nice beaches. It has been reported that family was with Jamie when he passed, which is a sign of a strong bond between the couple.
Because Dunn was private about his personal life, details about his children or extended family members are not available. He used his own brand of personal publicity to draw attention to his commercial work and philanthropic activities. Dunn was known, and supported, philanthropic activities without making his involvement known and often used the publicity coming from Agro to help him fund or promote the activities. Described as generous, mischievous and fiercely loyal, Dunn was known for his wicked sense of humor among his inner circle.
Lifestyle and Net Worth
Dunn’s lifestyle reflected his own on-air persona and was fun and grounded. After many years in the media industry, Dunn chose to enjoy a quiet life in rural Imbil, where he indulged in music, creative activities and spending time with friends while enjoying an occasional live show. He was not a man of many extravagances. Dunn’s social side was all about laughter, great company and keeping in touch with his roots in Queensland.
The net worth of Australian media personality Jamie Dunn is unknown. However, it is, however, certain that his net worth spans into multi-millions, possibly between $3–8 million AUD, based on estimates of his multi-disciplined involvements in several areas of media, his diversified income sources of real estate and agro-related merchandise, as well as his Australian rural properties and his long-standing involvements in broadcasting, as well as estimates of the residual income from contracts, endorsements, and residual income from contracts and endorsements. All of these factors contribute to his multi-million net worth. Dunn’s real estate ventures included a former investment in a property located on the Sunshine Coast.
Dunn’s agro character without a doubt left an enduring legacy. Dunn’s work as a radio presenter left a mark in Brisbane, and his ability to effortlessly combine different types of genres was one of his most unique traits.
Agro’s death hit social media hard.
Facebook: News pages such as 9News Australia, B105 FM, and 4BC posted clips and Agro memes, receiving thousands of comments. Fans commented on memories, “Agro made my childhood,” and “RIP legend—thank you for the laughs.”
Instagram: Fans posted reels using the hashtags #JamieDunn and #AgroRIP. News stations and radio stations highlighted clips as well.
Twitter: Hashtag #JamieDunn and #RIPJamieDunn were trending. Broadcasters, fans, and comedians posted pictures and quotes. The Brisbane Times and The Courier Mail posted sufferage tweets.
Interviews, tribute videos, and old episodes of Agro were posted by fan pages and 9News Australia on Youtube, which made a lot of comments and tributed videos.
Jamie Dunn wasn’t just Agro. He was the radio king, and the owner of the heart, comedian, and the owner of the puppet. He hit people hard, but the legacy of laughter hit his fans. Rest in peace Jamie. Thank you for the memories. ️