Troy Beckwith

Troy Anthony Beckwith (1975 or 1976 – 24 January 2024) was an Australian television actor, known for his roles as Bazza in '' Pugwall'' and Michael Mellop in '' The Miraculous Mellops'', as well as being the second actor to play Michael Martin in the soap opera ''Neighbours'', from 1992 until 1994, with several guest reappearances until 1998.

Career

Beckwith began his career playing Jeremy "Bazza" Bazlington in the children's television series '' Pugwall'' in 1989, appearing in 42 episodes. He went onto play Michael Mellop in the children's series '' The Miraculous Mellops'' from its beginning in 1991.

Beckwith is perhaps best known for being the second actor, after Samuel Hammington, to portray Michael Martin on ''Neighbours,'' a regular role he had from 1992 until 1994, before making guest appearances until 1998. The series often drew in large viewing figures in both Australia and the United Kingdom. Beckwith had previously played the recurring role of school bully Darren Wood prior to securing the role of Michael.

Beckwith made several other television and film appearances, including '' Blue Heelers'', '' Good Guys, Bad Guys'', and ''Chances''. He also appeared in '' Snowy'' and ''Halifax f.p.''. His final acting role was an appearance in the 1999 short film ''Caffeine''.

Death

On 28 January 2024, it was announced that Beckwith had died four days prior at the age of 48. His former ''Neighbours'' co-star Kym Valentine and his family confirmed that he had cancer. Tributes were paid across social media by family, fans and former colleagues. Beckwith asked not to have a funeral.

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1970s births
Year of birth uncertain
2024 deaths
20th-century Australian actors
Australian soap opera actors
Australian television actors