London-born Gordie Tapp of "Hee Haw" fame dies at 94

Canadian entertainer Gordie Tapp, a comedian, musician and script writer who found success in radio and TV, has died at the age of 94. (Gordie Tapp via Facebook)

Canadian entertainer Gordie Tapp, a comedian, musician and script writer who found success in radio and TV, has died at the age of 94.

Born in London, Tapp kicked off his career in radio before moving into TV.

During the 1950s, he was a founding member of "Main Street Jamboree," a radio and TV show out of Hamilton.

Tapp also hosted the music-variety program "Country Hoedown," which ran from 1956 to 1965 on CBC, and showcased his well-known character Cousin Clem.

Tapp eventually brought his act south of the border with an appearance on the popular American variety series "Hee Haw."

He also was a committed philanthropist, raising funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association and the Easter Seals Society.