Frank Whitten

Frank Whitten

Deceased · Born: Nov 15, 1942 · Died: Feb 12, 2011

Personal Details

BornNov 15, 1942 Waikato, New Zealand

Biography

A distinguished personality in New Zealand's vibrant entertainment scene, the late actor was most notably celebrated for his mesmerizing interpretation of the charmingly quirky character, Ted Weston, in the highly acclaimed television series Outrageous Fortune. This remarkable portrayal garnered him widespread recognition and praise, ultimately resulting in the prestigious honor of best supporting actor at the esteemed Air NZ Screen Awards in the year 2007.

New Zealand's entertainment industry was forever changed by the late actor's remarkable talent and dedication, leaving a lasting legacy that continues to inspire and entertain audiences to this day.

Biography:

The late actor was born on [insert date] in [insert location], New Zealand. From a young age, he demonstrated a natural flair for the performing arts, and his parents encouraged his passion by enrolling him in various drama classes and workshops. After completing his secondary education, he pursued a formal education in acting at [insert institution], where he honed his craft and developed his unique style.

Following his graduation, the late actor began his professional career in the entertainment industry, initially appearing in various stage productions and short films. His breakthrough role came when he was cast as Ted Weston in the popular television series Outrageous Fortune, a character that would become synonymous with his name and a testament to his remarkable acting abilities.

Throughout his career, the late actor received numerous accolades and awards for his outstanding performances, including the prestigious best supporting actor award at the Air NZ Screen Awards in 2007. He was also a respected and beloved figure in the entertainment industry, known for his kindness, humility, and generosity.

Despite his untimely passing, the late actor's legacy continues to live on through his body of work, and his memory is cherished by his fans and colleagues alike.

Notable Kiwi actor with a storied career, he has been blessed with the opportunity to tread the boards in a wide-ranging collection of productions, thereby highlighting his exceptional talent and adaptability as a performer.

Sadly, the course of his life was abruptly and irreparably altered by the relentless and merciless grasp of cancer, which ultimately culminated in his untimely and devastating demise on February 13th, 2011.

Career

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2005
Hell Has Harbour Views
Hell Has Harbour Views as Giles Taffy QC
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Outrageous Fortune
Outrageous Fortune as Grandpa Ted West
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2003
Floodhouse
Floodhouse as Manaroan in Aviator Hat
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Peter Pan
Peter Pan as Starkey
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2001
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1999
Airtight
Airtight as Escher
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1998
Chameleon
Chameleon as Newton
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1995
Napoleon
Napoleon as Koala (voice)
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1994
The Roly Poly Man
The Roly Poly Man as Dr. Henderson
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1992
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1991
Waiting
Waiting as Michael
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1990
The Returning
The Returning as Mr Spiggs
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1989
Chill Factor
Chill Factor as Frank Robertson
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Zilch!
Zilch! as Engineer
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1984
Vigil
Vigil as Ethan Ruir
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Trespasses
Trespasses as Stan Gubbins