Harris: Glittering career that ended in disgrace

WHEN news of Rolf Harris’s arrest broke, a collective gasp swept across the world.

Harris: Glittering career that ended in disgrace
Tue, 01 Jul, 2014 - 01:00
Ellen Branagh

This was not just a famous face; this was one of the best-loved celebrities of past and present — a true family favourite.

Born in 1930, Harris grew up in Perth suburb Bassendean and went on to carve himself a 60-year career that saw him achieve success as an artist, musician and TV personality, with a list of honours to match.

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