Crocodile Dundee was the charming romcom that saw an uncouth Aussie bushman and a luxury-loving journalist fall in love.
The Story Unfolds
The 1986 film had more drama than an episode of Neighbours - and it seems scandal followed many of the cast away from the cameras too. Fans were mourning the death of Burt, the 110-stone monster saltwater crocodile who starred alongside Paul Hogan in the iconic movie.
Paul Hogan
Before his turn as Crocodile Dundee, Paul shot to fame in the Aussie talent show New Faces, where he performed as a tapdancing knife thrower. The 85-year-old has been married three times - twice to Nolene Edwards, mother of five of his children. Paul tends to keep a low profile but has had his fair share of controversies, including investigations for tax evasion and fraud.
Linda Kozlowski
Linda Kozlowski, who played reporter Sue Charlton, fell for co-star Paul Hogan during filming, leading to a marriage that ended in divorce in 2014. Linda struggled to land big parts after Crocodile Dundee but later found solace in motherhood and a quiet life split between Marrakesh and Los Angeles.
Steve Rackman
Prior to playing ‘Donk’, Steve Rackman was a wrestler who famously fought Andre the Giant before stepping away from the limelight to open several gyms and eventually retire in 2010.
Caitlin Clarke
After a small but notable part in Crocodile Dundee, Caitlin Clarke returned to her first love, the theatre, and starred in Titanic: The Musical until her sad passing in 2004 from ovarian cancer.
David Gulpilil
David Gulpilil, who battled alcoholism and legal issues, passed away in 2021 after a tumultuous life that included charges of carrying an offensive weapon and domestic violence.
Reginald VelJohnson
Reginald VelJohnson continued his acting career after Crocodile Dundee, starring in successful productions like Die Hard and CSI, despite being the victim of an internet death hoax in 2017.
John Meillon - Booze battle
John Meillon, who starred in many films before Crocodile Dundee, passed away in 1989 from cirrhosis at the age of 55, leaving behind a legacy in the theatre world.
Mark Blum
Mark Blum, known for his role as Sue’s editor boyfriend in Crocodile Dundee, continued to shine in Hollywood until his untimely death in 2020 from complications related to coronavirus at the age of 69.
