Rodney Rude

Rodney Rude (born Rodney Keft in Bathurst) is an Australian stand-up comedian, poet and writer. He is known for his bawdy humour. He has released 11 albums and 4 videos throughout his long career., the latest, Twice as Rude,

Rodney Rude (born Rodney Keft in Bathurst) is an Australian stand-up comedian, poet and writer. He is known for his bawdy humour. He has released 11 albums and 4 videos throughout his long career., the latest, Twice as Rude, was released in November 2004.

He began his career in a band, singing and playing guitar, before his habit of altering the lyrics to amuse himself saw him become a comedian. In 1969, he left Australia to tour the United States and Canada. He returned in 1981, after being asked by his friend Barry Wain, to found the Comedy Store in Sydney and was also its first compere.