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Hey Dad! Actor Truswell Resurfaces for Over-60s Ad
26 Mar
Summary
- Actor Christopher Truswell, known for 'Hey Dad!', stars in a new life insurance ad.
- The ad features Truswell, now over 60, in a 'DIY 60' campaign.
- Truswell also has a history of voice work in Star Wars: Attack of the Clones.
Christopher Truswell, widely recognized for his role as Nudge in the 90s sitcom 'Hey Dad!', has made a notable return in a life insurance advertisement. The 2025 campaign, named 'DIY 60', features the actor, who recently turned 60, portraying a character named Gary undertaking a backyard project with his son.
Truswell's appearance in the Golden Insurance ad, where his character discusses securing his family's future, presents a stark contrast to his earlier comedic performances. The sitcom 'Hey Dad!' aired from 1987 to 1994, with Truswell's character being a beloved favorite.
Beyond his sitcom fame, Truswell has had a varied career, including roles in 'All Saints' and 'Underbelly', voice work in 'Star Wars: Attack of the Clones' (2002), and extensive stage work. He has also been involved in musical tributes and was living in the Blue Mountains with his partner in 2020.
