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The Bodyguard musical casts Neighbours star opposite Paulini for Australia tour

Ashley Spencer

Kip Gamblin and Paulini will star in The Bodyguard musical. Image: Supplied 

She will always love Kip Gamblin!

The Bodyguard musical has announced that Kip, a 41-year-old actor and ballet dancer best known for his roles in Home and Away and Neighbours, will star in the titular role when the show tours Australia this fall and winter.

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"So glad to be back on stage," Kip posted on Instagram with the news.

Playing Frank Farmer, the character made famous by Kevin Costner in the 1992 film, Kip joins Fijian-Australian singer Paulini, who is taking on the late Whitney Houston’s iconic role. The Voice alum Prinnie Stevens also stars. 

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"I'm so pumped," Paulini, 34, commented on her Instagram announcing Kip’s casting. "You’ll absolutely love him."

The Bodyguard begins its shows at the Lyric Theatre in Sydney on April 19, before heading to Brisbane in July and Melbourne in August. Tickets are on sale now!

Dying to know more about The Bodyguard? Follow 9TheFIX on Facebook to see our LIVE chat with Kip and Paulini on Monday morning!

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