91-year-old Dawn Kenyon, iconic "Romper Room" TV presenter from Mount Isa, passes away.

91-year-old Dawn Kenyon, a trailblazing TV presenter from Mount Isa known for hosting the iconic children's show "Romper Room", has passed away. Born in Toowoomba in 1932, Dawn spent her childhood in Mount Isa after her father relocated for a construction job. She was an accomplished pianist, learning piano at a young age and playing during her mother's shows. Her mother ran a teaching studio in their family home next to the mine, offering classes in music, dance, and drama.

June 23, 2024
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