The actor shot to fame playing Shane Parrish on the popular Australian soap opera.

“He has left a massive hole in our lives and our world will never be the same.

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Dieter Brummer

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His work earned him a Logie TV award for “Most Popular Actor” in 1995 and 1996.

“Such sad news, such a lovely man and a good actor too.

Dieter was such a lovely, kind, genuine person.

I always enjoyed working with him.”

“Our thoughts are with his family and friends,” the officialNeighboursaccountposted on Monday.