It is with great sadness that I report the demise of Bert, the Australian saltwater crocodile, who played in many movies including the 'Crocodile Dundee' films - Bert was 90 years old and passed peacefully.
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| Bert, on set and chomping on a light fixture |
Paul Hogan, who played in the three 'Dundee' films ('Crocodile Dundee', 'Crocodile Dundee II', and 'Crocodile Dundee in Los Angeles') got to know Bert very well.
Bert was captured in the early 1980s in the Reynolds River region of Australia and was known for his independent nature. He was a confirmed bachelor with a fiery disposition and his huge size evoked a commanding presence. He knew when he was on set and actually played to the cameras by posing, mouth agape, for the take.
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| Hogan with Bert on set of 'Crocodile Dundee' |
Our condolences to Bert's owner and handlers and we're reminded what a large role animals play in the making of motion pictures.
By: Jim Lavorato
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