Aussie musician and Blue Heelers actor Bobby Bright dies aged 80 following lung cancer battle

Bobby & Laurie star Bobby Bright has died at the age of 80, it has been reported.

The sad news of his death was announced on ABC Melbourne's Victorian Afternoons.

The Groops' Ronnie Charles appeared on the radio show and spoke about Bright, who said he ''not only had success in the '60s but moved on... travelled Australia as a nomad, was an actor and voice over man for the famous Bunnings ad... versatile he was."

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Praising Bright's musical talents, he added: "He was awesome."

According to Sky News, the late star died after a three-year battle with lung cancer.

He reportedly hailed from Watford, England, before migrating to Australia and forging his successful career across the TV and music scene.

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From 1964, he was part of the Aussie pop duo Bobby & Laurie (Laurie Allen), which formed in Melbourne. They disbanded and reformed over the years.

Allen died in 2002 from a heart attack, it is said.

The pair found great success and released songs including Sweet and Tender Romance, I Belong with You and Hitch Hiker throughout their music careers.

He portrayed the character of Eddie Nelson in iconic Aussie cop show, Blue Heelers, which also starred the likes of John Wood, Lisa McCune and Martin Sacks.

He also appeared on shows including Homicide and the film, Queen of the Damned.

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