Cal Wilson said she hoped her son Digby would remember their pancake weekends together during a touching interview, just months before her sudden death aged 53 this week.
The comedian, whose death was announced Wednesday, made comments about Adam Miller Bakeology podcast August this year.
Cal spoke of her unbreakable bond with son Digby, 14, and said the pair usually spent the weekend in the kitchen.
‘What do you think Digby will remember you for?’ host Miller asked during the sit-down.
“I think it’s going to be for pancakes because it’s a pretty regular weekend thing,” the comedian said.
Cal Wilson’s death was announced Wednesday in a statement on Instagram
Kahl said she hopes her son remembers their pancake weekends together during a touching interview in August
She also joked about the amount of fun the pair had during their baking sessions.
“And when you’re serving pancakes, throw them like a frisbee, the first couple, and then if you’re going to have maple syrup on them, obviously you don’t do that,” she said.
‘You always make a test pancake – you throw it across the kitchen.’
Cal also revealed that the pair would often make gingerbread together.
Cal talked about her relationship with son Digby, 14, and said they usually spent the weekend in the kitchen
“We make a lot of gingerbread together.” Well, we start making it together and he leaves with a lump of dough like any good kid should,” she joked.
Cal leaves behind her husband Chris as well as Digby.
Her death was announced on Wednesday in a statement on Instagram, confirming the beloved comedian had died in a Sydney hospital after a short illness.
“We are devastated to share the news that Cal Wilson, a much-loved stand-up comedian, writer and actor, died today, surrounded by family and friends in hospital after a short illness,” the statement read.
“Kal was loved by her family, friends, fans and peers, and a huge hole has been ripped in the heart of our community.”
New Zealand-born Cal was one of Australia’s top comedians, who had a long and successful career in stand-up and on TV.
She worked as a radio and television presenter, actress and writer.
She starred in the TV shows Spicks and Specks, Would I Lie To You and Good News Week.
Cal leaves behind her husband Chris as well as Digby
“Kel’s generosity, talent and friendships have been a constant on the Australian comedy scene for the past twenty years,” her management company Token Artists said in a statement.
“Kal was loved by her family, friends, fans and peers, and a huge hole has been ripped in the heart of our community.”
Cal moved across the ditch from Christchurch to Melbourne in 2003 where she appeared on Skithouse.
The comedian received recognition.
“My heart is broken for her family and everyone who ever knew her because she was amazing.” Today is a terrible day, said fellow Kiwi comedian Urzilla Carlson.
TV personality Grant Denier also shared his heartache.
‘Oh my God. I’m shaking. I can’t believe what I’m reading. How incredibly sad,” he said.
“The most gentle, kind, generous and talented performer I have ever had the pleasure of working with.” This is devastating. Her poor family. I love you Cal…thanks for everything. You are very special.’
Spicks and Specks star Miff Warhurst wrote: “Oh Cal, what absolutely devastating news. What a joy it has been to be in her glorious orbit over the years. My love to all who love her.’
Born in New Zealand, Cal was one of Australia’s top comedians, who had a long and successful career in stand-up and on TV.