Rob Guest | |
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Born | Robert John Guest 17 July 1950 Birmingham, Warwickshire, England |
Died | 1 October 2008 | (aged 58)
Resting place | Macquarie Park Cemetery and Crematorium |
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Spouse(s) | Judy Guest (married, 1994 - 2002 separated) Lynette Perry (divorced) |
Partner | Kellie Dickerson |
Children | 2 |
Awards | Benny Award (1993) Korean Song Festival Best Male Vocalist New Zealand Performer of the Year (1979) New Zealand Male Theatrical Performer of the Year (1988) |
Robert John Guest OBE (17 July 1950 – 1 October 2008) was a New Zealand-Australian actor, television personality and host and singer, who started his career in pop music in New Zealand, before becoming best known for his work in Australian musical theatre, particularly in various productions of The Phantom of the Opera. He played the lead for a record-breaking 2,289 performances over seven years, more than any other performer.[1]