Ian Turpie has passed away at the age of 68. The Australian singer, actor, radio and TV star, who was best known for his role as presenter of The New Price is Right, died on Sunday (March 11) after a year-long battle with cancer. A statement from the Turpie family published by Aap read: "He adored his family, friends, co-workers and fans over the past 50+ years. He was so grateful for the many well-wishes he received from so many." Turpie started his showbiz career at the age of ten when he worked as a child actor in radio alongside Sir Robert Helpmann and June Bronhill. He later appeared in Bandstand, (more)...
- 3/12/2012
- by By Rebecca Davies
- Digital Spy
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