One of Australia's most recognisable actors, Alwyn Kurts had previously
been an accredited war correspondent, before becoming a notable figure
in Melbourne radio in the 1950s via his program "Raising A Husband",
and as an executive at radio station 3XY.
Shortly after television arrived in 1956, he transferred "Raising A
Husband" from radio, going on to host other TV game shows "Hutton's
Family Quiz" and "Dont Argue". He compered the debate program "Fighting
Words" in the early 1960s, before moving into acting with guest roles
in "Hunter" and "Homicide".
He became a household name after joining the regular cast of "Homicide"
in 1969 as Inspector Colin Fox. His portrayal of the gruff policeman
won him much praise, leading to a flood of work when he exited the
series in 1973.
He was (briefly) one of the hosts on the local version of "Beauty & The
Beast", before stunning critics and viewers alike as Ted Cook in the
sit-com "The Last Of The Australians". As the hapless bigot frustrated
at every turn, Kurts showed a remarkable comic talent which had only
been hinted at in "Homicide".
He joined the cast of "Cop Shop" in 1982 as Senior Sergeant Reg Wallis,
staying for a year. Thereafter, he made occasional guest appearances in
local TV drama and movies, including a marvellous character role as Mr.
Ball in "Spotswood", whilst enjoying a well-earned retirement. He died
in 2000.
Blue Heelers(1994)as Les Collister
Road to Nhill(1997)as Jack
Newlyweds(1993)as Archie
Under the Skin(1993)
This Won't Hurt a Bit(1993)as Psychiatrist
The D Generation Goes Commercial(1988)
Homicide... 30 Years On(1994)as Self
Spotswood: Featurette(1991)as Self, Mr. Ball
Celebrity Squares(1975)as Self
Memories of 'Spotswood'(2022)as Mr. Ball
An Unexpected Drama: The Making of the feature film 'Road to Nhill'(1997)as Self - Actor
The Olden Days(1993)as Judge Muttonchops
