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Candy Raymond, Aussie TV Star, Dies at 75
1 Jan
Summary
- Australian actress Candy Raymond passed away at age 75.
- She was known for her roles in "Number 96" and "Prisoner."
- Tributes highlight her beauty and acting talent.
The Australian entertainment world is mourning the loss of Candy Raymond, who passed away at the age of 75. The news of her death was shared on Facebook on Wednesday, though details regarding the cause of her passing have not been disclosed.
Raymond achieved significant fame for her captivating performances in two of Australia's most iconic television series. She played the vixen Jill Sheridan in the controversial, racy soap opera "Number 96" and later portrayed jailbird journalist Sandra Hamilton in the acclaimed prison drama "Prisoner." Her distinctive presence also graced the silver screen in films like "Don's Party" and the 1970s sex comedy "Alvin Rides Again."
Beyond these prominent roles, Raymond's career included memorable appearances on "The Norman Gunston Show," "Hey Dad," and dramas such as "The Flying Doctors" and "Rafferty's Rules." She earned an AFI award for her role in the 1985 TV movie "Breaking Up." Raymond, who was living near Bowral, NSW, was last seen on screen in 2008.
