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Acting
Chips Rafferty
Chips Rafferty is best known for The Monkees and Skippy the Bush Kangaroo. Chips Rafferty was born on March 26, 1909. Chips Rafferty died on May 27, 1971 at the age of 62.
- Born
- March 26, 1909
- Place of birth
- Broken Hill, New South Wales, Australia
- Died
- May 27, 1971 (62 years old)
Biography
Chips Rafferty MBE (26 March 1909 – 27 May 1971) was an iconic Australian actor. Called "the living symbol of the typical Australian", Rafferty's career stretched from the 1940s until his death in 1971, and during this time he performed regularly in major Australian feature films as well as appearing in British and American productions. He appeared in commercials in Britain during the late 1950s, encouraging British emigration to Australia.
Known for
Filmography
- 1968Skippy the Bush Kangaroo
- 1966The MonkeesCaptain
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has Chips Rafferty been in?
Chips Rafferty is best known for The Monkees and Skippy the Bush Kangaroo.
When was Chips Rafferty born?
Chips Rafferty was born on March 26, 1909. (Broken Hill, New South Wales, Australia)
How old is Chips Rafferty?
Chips Rafferty died on May 27, 1971 at the age of 62.
Updated: October 29, 2026 ·