Gold Logie winner, Division 4 and Flying Doctors star Gerard Kennedy dead at 93
Legendary Australian actor Gerard Kennedy, who was best known for his work on the seminal Channel Nine police drama Division 4, has died. He was 93.
A family friend of the veteran performer confirmed he passed away on Monday.
'Vale Gerard Kennedy. 1932 - 2025. An iconic Australian actor of many decades,' they began on social media.
'Well-remembered by Prisoner fans for his portrayal as terrorist Al in The Wentworth Siege episodes.'
Born in Perth in 1932, Kennedy had a remarkable career in Australian media that spanned five decades.
He was a two-time Gold Logie winner, consecutively taking home the award in 1971 and 1972.
Kennedy also won two Best Actor Logies in 1972 and 1973 for his work on Division 4.
He rose to fame in the late '60s in the Channel Nine series spy drama Hunter, in which he played the leading role opposite Wendy Hughes.
Kennedy went on to appear in some of Australia's most renowned productions across his celebrated career.
His work included stints on Underbelly, A Country Practice, Blue Heelers and Neighbours.
He also starred opposite John Jarratt in the 2013 horror movie Wolf Creek 2 and Vince Colosimo in Fat Tony and Co.
His final appearance was in 2015 in two episodes of the ABC drama Glitch, after which he enjoyed a well earned retirement.
Kennedy worked with some of Australia's most esteemed performers across his incredible career, including John Wood, Lisa McCune and Andrew Daddo.
Heartbroken fans took to social media to pay tribute to Kennedy.
'Vale Gerard,' wrote his The Flying Doctors co-star Liz Burch.
'More than an actor, Gerard was a quiet force - respected by peers, loved by audiences and remembered as a true professional,' another person wrote.
'He leaves behind a legacy that defines an era of Australian storytelling and remains a benchmark for integrity and excellence in the performing arts.'
'Gerard was a great actor and a true gentleman. Rest in peace,' a third added.
Kennedy was the son of celebrated Australian actress Phyllis Ophel, who appeared with him in an episode of Division 4.
Kennedy is survived by his daughter Chrisanya.
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