Australian movie stars died at 75
Here are 6 famous actors from Australia died at 75:
Don Lane
Don Lane (November 13, 1933 The Bronx-October 22, 2009 Sydney) also known as Morton Donald Isaacson was an Australian presenter, talk show host, sports commentator, singer and actor.
He died as a result of alzheimer's disease.
Lane moved to Australia in the 1960s and became a popular television personality, hosting various talk shows and variety shows. He also had a successful career as a sports commentator, covering events such as the Olympic Games, the Commonwealth Games, and the Australian Open tennis tournament. Lane was known for his quick wit and affable personality, and his interviews with celebrities and political figures were always lively and engaging. He also had a brief stint as a recording artist, releasing several singles and one album in the 1970s. Despite his success in the entertainment industry, Lane never forgot his roots and was always proud of his Bronx heritage.
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Gordon McDougall
Gordon McDougall (February 7, 1916 Glasgow-May 18, 1991 Sydney) also known as Gordon Sholto M'Dougal, Gordon McDougal, Gordon Sholto M'Dougall or Gordon Sholto McDougall was an Australian actor and theatre director.
Gordon McDougall was born in Glasgow, Scotland on February 7, 1916. He began his career in theatre in 1938, and later joined the Royal Australian Air Force during World War II. After the war, he continued to work in theatre and also became a television and film actor. He appeared in several notable productions, including the 1961 film “The Sundowners” and the 1975 television miniseries “Against the Wind.” Additionally, he played a variety of roles in stage productions both in Australia and overseas. McDougall also worked as a theatre director, and was a founding member of the Elizabethan Theatre Trust. He passed away on May 18, 1991 in Sydney, Australia at the age of 75.
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Terry Gill
Terry Gill (October 25, 1939 England-February 25, 2015) a.k.a. Terrence Gill was an Australian actor and performer.
He died as a result of lung cancer.
Gill was best known for his roles in the Australian television shows, such as "Bellbird," "The Sullivans," and "Prisoner." He also appeared in an episode of the popular American series "Baywatch" as well as several films, including "Blood Moon" and "The Crossing." In addition to his acting career, Gill was a talented musician and performed as a singer and guitarist in various bands throughout his life. Before pursuing acting, he worked as a milkman and a clerk in a bank. Despite his success on screen, Gill remained humble and devoted much of his time to charity work, raising funds for cancer research and assisting children in need.
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Jimmy Little
Jimmy Little (March 1, 1937 Cummeragunja Reserve-April 2, 2012 Dubbo) a.k.a. Little, Jimmy, James Oswald Litle, James Oswald "Jimmy" Little, AO, Uncle Jimmy, James Oswald Little or James Oswald "Jimmy" Little was an Australian musician, actor, teacher, singer-songwriter and guitarist. He had one child, Frances Claire Peters-Little.
Born on the Cummeragunja Reserve in New South Wales, Australia, Little was of both Aboriginal and European ancestry, and went on to become a pioneering figure in the music industry, representing Indigenous Australians on the world stage. He is best known for his soulful baritone voice, and his ability to blend country, folk, and gospel music with traditional Aboriginal sounds.
Little made his recording debut in 1956 with "Mysteries of Life", and went on to release over a dozen albums throughout his career. He also starred in a number of film and television productions, including the 1970 film "Ningla A-Na".
In addition to his music and acting careers, Little was a respected educator and advocate for Indigenous Australians. He established the Jimmy Little Foundation in 2006, which aimed to improve the health and well-being of Indigenous Australians, and was made an Officer of the Order of Australia in 2004 for his services to the community.
Little continued to perform and record music until shortly before his death in 2012 from kidney disease. He was widely mourned by the Australian music community and remembered for his lasting impact on the country's cultural landscape.
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Reg Lye
Reg Lye (October 14, 1912 Sydney-March 23, 1988 Australia) also known as Reginald Lye, Reginald Thomas Lye or Reg. Lye was an Australian actor.
He began his acting career in the 1940s, appearing in Australian films such as "The Overlanders" and "The Sundowners". However, he is perhaps best known for his role as the cranky and rough-talking "Sharkie" in the Australian television series "Skippy the Bush Kangaroo". Lye also appeared in several British films and television shows in the 1950s and 1960s, including "The Camp on Blood Island" and "The Saint". He continued to work in the Australian entertainment industry until his death in 1988, appearing in popular TV shows like "A Country Practice" and "Home and Away".
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Ralph W. Peterson
Ralph W. Peterson (February 21, 1921 Adelaide-November 2, 1996 Sydney) otherwise known as Ralph Peterson was an Australian screenwriter, television producer and actor.
Peterson was born in Adelaide, South Australia and studied at the University of Adelaide before starting his career in the entertainment industry. He began his career as a screenwriter and worked on several Australian TV programs including "Homicide" and "Matlock Police". Peterson then went on to produce and direct numerous Australian TV shows and became known for his work on the popular soap opera "The Young Doctors."
Throughout his career, Peterson also acted in a number of films and TV programs. He appeared in the Australian film "Wake in Fright" and the TV series "Minder" and "Bellbird."
Peterson was a member of the Australian Writers Guild and the Australian Director's Guild and received numerous awards for his work in the industry, including the Best TV Drama Series award at the Australian Television Awards for "The Young Doctors" in 1977.
He passed away on November 2, 1996 in Sydney, New South Wales.
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