Henri Szeps
Henri Szeps | |
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| Born | 2 October 1943 Lausanne, Switzerland |
| Died | 23 July 2025 (aged 81) |
| Education | University of Sydney |
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| Years active | 1962–2025 |
| Organisation | Ensemble Theatre |
| Known for | Mother and Son, Palace of Dreams, I'm Not a Dentist |
| Spouse | Mary Ann Severne (m. 1969) |
| Children | 2, including Josh Szeps |
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Henri Szeps OAM (/hɛnri zɛps/) (2 October 1943 – 23 July 2025), also spelt Henry Szeps, was an Australian character actor of theatre and television. He also featured in films and worked in voice roles, and worked in productions in the United Kingdom. He was best known for his role as "Robert the Dentist" in the original version of ABC sitcom Mother and Son, and in theatre for his performances in many plays by David Williamson. In 2003 he won a Helpmann Award for Best Male Actor in a Supporting Role in a Musical, for his performance in Cabaret, and earned other awards and honours for his acting.