About Robert Jewell
Lived 1920 – 1998 (aged 78). Robert Jewell was an Australian actor and television actor.
Robert Jewell (20 January 1920 – 10 May 1998) was an Australian actor who mostly worked as a Dalek or other robot operator on Doctor Who in the late 1960s, also playing a cameo as Bing Crosby in the serial The Daleks' Master Plan. He later returned to Australia and played small recurring roles in Prisoner during the 1980s. Previous to travelling to England, Robert Jewell was in many stage shows including 'Moomba' in Melbourne and also did skits in 'In Melbourne Tonight'. He was stage manager at 'His Majestys Theatre' in Melbourne where Bert Newton and Toni Lamond performed.
In his later years, he formed a small group who travelled to Aged people's homes and put on performances. His eldest daughter, Sandra Papavasiliou (now Jewell), was interviewed by Spencer Howson of ABC Radio (Brisbane) on the subject of Daleks.
Filmography
Film
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Robert Jewell?
Australian actor (1920-1998)
When was Robert Jewell born?
Robert Jewell was born on 20 January 1920 in Australia.
When did Robert Jewell die?
Robert Jewell died on 10 May 1998 in Melbourne.
What was Robert Jewell's occupation?
Robert Jewell was an actor and television actor.
What nationality was Robert Jewell?
Robert Jewell was Australian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Robert Jewell. https://biography.guide/robert-jewell/
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