Mike Connors (vaudevillian)

Michael Aloysius Connors (1891 – 16 January 1949)[1] was an American-born Australian vaudevillian and radio presenter.

[3] Connors and Paul married in Newcastle on 17 November 1917, and the couple subsequently became known for their collaborative stage work.

[8] In 1938, Connors began working in radio at the ABC, hosting a national breakfast program and The Hospital Half-Hour.

During his illness, he received many messages of support including one from Australian Prime Minister Ben Chifley.

[1] Fellow entertainers Roy Rene, Jack Davey, Harry Pringle, George Wallace, Jim Gussey and Reg Quartley served as pallbearers at Connors' funeral.