Ross Higgins was an Australian actor, comedian, voice artist, and singer, best known for his role as Ted Bullpitt in Kingswood Country, The Naked Vicar Show, and its spin-off series Bullpitt!.
Personal and Family Life
Ross Higgins was born on June 14, 1930, in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. He was married to Nadine Crowley from September 6, 1955, until his passing in 2016, and they had four children together. Throughout his life, Higgins showcased a diverse talent in acting, voice work, and comedy, always charming audiences with his performances.
Career
Higgins first gained fame for his character Ted Bullpitt in Kingswood Country, which later propelled him into its successful spin-off Bullpitt!. Additionally, he lent his voice to the beloved character Louie the Fly in various TV commercials for over fifty years. He also auditioned for the role of Alf Stewart in Home and Away, further marking his significance in the Australian entertainment industry.
Death and Legacy
Ross Higgins passed away on October 7, 2016, in Sydney, Australia, after a battle with illness, leaving his family by his side. His contributions to television and voice acting have left a lasting mark, and he is remembered fondly by fans for his comedic legacy and vibrant characters.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Epic | 1985-05-13 | |
| The Gentlemen of Titipu | 1973-06-01 | (voice) |
| Dot Goes to Hollywood | 1988-01-01 | (Voice) |
| Dot and the Bunny | 1983-04-03 | (voice) |
| Dot and the Smugglers | 1987-01-01 | (voice) |
| Treasure Island | 1987-01-01 | Long John Silver (voice) |
| Around the World with Dot | 1981-12-04 | Reindeer/Mr. Nagamora/Kite Judge/Ringmaster |
| Sherlock Holmes and the Sign of Four | 1983-12-31 | (voice) |
| David Copperfield | 1983-07-20 | (voice) |
| Dot and the Kangaroo | 1977-05-14 | Willie Wagtail (voice) |
| Around the World in 80 Days | 1988-11-25 | (voice) |
| The Magic Riddle | 1991-09-19 | (voice) |
| The Last of the Mohicans | 1987-07-31 | (voice) |
| Kingswood Country | 1980-01-30 | |
| Richmond Hill | 1988-01-27 | |
| Around the World in Eighty Days | 1972-09-09 | Jean Passepartout |
| Skippy the Bush Kangaroo | 1968-02-05 | Thurston |
| Late For School | 1992-02-02 | Stan Price |
| Riptide | 1969-02-06 | Sergeant |
| Riptide | 1969-02-06 | Insp. Hanley |
| Echo Point | 1995-06-05 | Mr Douglas |
| Rush | 1974-08-20 | Joe |