Humphries

British

/ ˈhʌmfrɪz /

noun

( John ) Barry . born 1934, Australian comic actor and writer, best known for creating the character Dame Edna Everage

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Luke Humphries beat the Dutchman 6-3 in the pair's quarter-final clash in Scotland.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

For Humphries, it was described as a "do-or-die night" by Sky Sports pundit Wayne Mardle.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

With four nights left before the play-offs, Humphries is five points adrift of Van Gerwen in fourth.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

With Van Gerwen - currently in the fourth and final play-off spot - picking up points, it was crucial for Humphries to do so too.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

G. C. Humphries, who designed the reverse of this medal, died in London, England.

From The Medallic History of the United States of America 1776-1876 by Jacquemart, Jules-Ferdinand

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