Neighbours and Prisoner star Gerard Kennedy dies aged 93
Australian actor Gerard Kennedy has died aged 93.
The award-winning star was best known for his parts in a number of soap operas in his home country – including Neighbours, Prisoner and Blue Heelers.
A family friend confirmed in a statement: 'Vale Gerard Kennedy. 1932 – 2025. An iconic Australian actor of many decades.
'Well-remembered by Prisoner fans for his portrayal as terrorist Al in The Wentworth Siege episodes.'
The two-time Gold Logie winner also had parts in Underbelly, Division 4, The Flying Doctors and A Country Practice.
Born in Perth in 1932, he played six different characters in Crawford Productions television series Homicide, before finding fame in the Australian television spy drama Hunter. More Trending
His portrayal became so popular that his character, Kragg, became the central figure of the series following the departure of co-star Tony Ward.
Flying Doctors star Liz Burch has led tributes, sharing: 'Vale Gerard.'
Gerard joined the cast of Neighbours in 2002, playing Pat Scully – the father of regular face Joe (Shane Connor).
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