Who is the longest running character in Neighbours?

Paul was created by producer Reg Watson as one of Neighbours' original characters. He debuted in the first episode of the show broadcast on 18 March 1985 and is the sole remaining original cast member. Paul appeared on a regular basis until 1992 when Dennis quit Neighbours to pursue work elsewhere.

Who are the longest running cast members in Neighbours?

The current longest-serving cast member is Stefan Dennis, who has played Paul Robinson on and off from the start of the series in 1985.

Has anyone been in Neighbours the whole time?

Paul Robinson - Stefan Dennis

Stefan is the only character on the show that has remained on Neighbours the whole time during its period on screen. He did take a break from the show in 1990, but returned in 2004 and has been on ever since.

Who was the first Neighbours character?

Danny Ramsay

Danny was the first character to speak in Neighbours. He is the youngest son of Maria Ramsay (Dagmar Bláhová) and brother to Shane Ramsay (Peter O'Brien). Jason Donovan was initially offered the role of Danny before it was given to Clencie.

Who is the most popular Neighbours character?

Our LONGEST RUNNING Guest Character | Tim Collins

Are there any original cast members left on Neighbours?

Stefan Dennis, who plays Paul Robinson, is the only original cast member who is still on the show. Although he took a break from Neighbours in the 90s, he returned shortly after in 2004.

Which actors have been in both home and away and Neighbours?

Why was neighbors cancelled?

The first episode was broadcast on 18 March 1985 and reviews for the show were favourable. However, the Melbourne-produced programme underperformed in the Sydney market and Seven announced on 12 July 1985 that it was cancelling the show.

What is the oldest soap opera still on TV?

The longest running soap opera (TV and radio) is Procter & Gamble Productions' 'Guiding Light' (CBS, USA). It began as a radio serial on January 25 1937 and was subsequently broadcast on television from 30 June 1952 until 18 September 2009.

Who is the longest serving soap star?

As of 2023, William Roache holds the Guinness World Record for the longest-serving actor in a television soap opera, having played Ken Barlow on Coronation Street since 1960.

What is the longest running daytime soap opera?

General Hospital (often abbreviated as GH) is an American daytime television soap opera. It is listed in Guinness World Records as the longest-running American soap opera in production, and the second in American history after Guiding Light.

Who is the most successful actor to come out of Neighbours?

Kylie Minogue is one of the most recognisable performers during Neighbours' early years. She played Charlene, one of the most iconic characters in the show, and was one half the Neighbours power couple, the other half being Scott Robinson.

Has anyone been in Neighbours since the beginning?

The Ramsays have continued to have family members coming and going from Erinsborough, while the Robinsons are now represented by Paul (Stefan Dennis), the only original character to remain on the show since its debut.

Have any of the Neighbours cast get jobs?

Everyone knows Neighbours launched the careers of Kylie Minogue, Jason Donovan, Guy Pearce, Delta Goodrem and Margot Robbie. But the show's role as a training ground, springboard, and occasional safety net goes well beyond Ramsay Street's most famous former residents.

Who is the longest serving Home and Away cast member?

Lynne McGranger (born 29 January 1953) is an Australian actress and longest serving female cast member of a television soap opera in Australia, having starred as Irene Roberts on soap opera Home and Away for over 30 years.

Who is the most popular Home and Away character?

1. Alf stewart (RAY MEAGHER), 1988 to present Well, strewth! Any flamin' galah can see that Alf Stewart is Home And Away's all-time greatest character. Since the beginning in 1988, Alf and his broad-brimmed hat have been a permanent fixture on our TV screens.

Who is the oldest Home and Away actor?

Meagher joined the cast of soap opera Home and Away in 1987 and has appeared in the role of Alf Stewart continuously since the first episode aired in January 1988. Meagher holds a Guinness World Record as the longest-serving actor in an Australian serial.

Why did they replace Scott in Neighbours?

After concerns over Perkins' reliability and a series of rows, producers decided to recast the role of Scott when production moved to Network Ten. Jason Donovan, then 17, was given the role following his graduation from school.

Why did Max Ramsay leave Neighbours?

Max leaves Erinsborough to join her in Brisbane and swaps jobs with his brother Tom. Years later, it is revealed Max and Jim's wife Anne Robinson had had an affair and Anne gave birth to a daughter, Jill.

Why did Daphne leave Neighbours?

In 1987, after two and a half years of playing Daphne, Smith decided to leave Neighbours and asked to be written out. She felt that while Daphne had been "a bit of a challenge at first", she felt trapped by her persona.

Who is the richest ex Neighbours actor?

Russell Crowe - £89.7million

After his stint in Neighbours, his acting career went from strength to strength. He later won an Oscar for his leading role in 2000 film Gladiator and has also appeared in Les Miserables, Robin Hood and Justice League. He is also set to join the MCU as Zeus in the upcoming Thor film.

Who are real life couples in Neighbours?

Stefan Dennis and Gail Easdale

Stefan who plays Paul Robinson and Gail who plays Julie Quill in Neighbours are in fact, real-life husband and wife. When producers were looking to cast an arch nemesis for Paul Robinson they looked no further than his wife.

Who isn t returning to Neighbours?

Also not keen to make a return appearance is 32 year old Caitlin Stasey, telling TV Week that she had ''outgrown'' her character Rachel Kinski which she portrayed from 2005 - 2009. ''I''ll just do a zoom in and they can pretend that Rachel is in London or something,'' Caitlin laughs.