He returned to the role briefly in 1989, with the opportunity to appear in a spin-off series based on the character, but no television network would produce the show. Clive tells his neighbours that he is a doctor, but he quit medicine when he made a mistake, which led to the death of his girlfriend, Linda. Clive sees that same person at Lassiters and yells at them, but then realises it is Mike, Jane's old love. Advertisement The pair have a sweet relationship, which has never . Mann said: "Im usually known for the comedy. To start his career, Paine attended drama school for three years. [36] Paine later became the father of twins. And I thought seeing Paul Robinson return in the epic 2004 finale (after the complex fire) was astonishing! Associated With His son previously performed alongside Zayn Malik in One Direction. "[12], To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Neighbours, a reporter from the BBC asked readers to nominate their twenty favourite obscure characters. Jane breaks up with Clive and shortly after, he receives a call from Sheila, who departed Erinsborough a number of months prior. Other regular roles include his appearances as Malcolm Wilson in the Nine Network children's television series Pig's Breakfast and as Malcom Mann in ABC3's Mal.com. Clive rejects a remyelination therapy trial for the hospital and backs David for a position on the board, but he changes his vote to Karl, knowing that his position as COO is tenuous. And of course Simon Burke, 38 years in between Devils Playground roles. I do remember being in the gorilla suit, which we shot in day one for my character. He departed Neighbours on 27 February 1987, but made a brief return in 1989. Geoff had a successful TV career after Neighbours, appearing in shows such as Blue Heelers andA Country Practice. [23] When asked of his fondest memories of being on the serial, Paine said, "You're talking to a guy who had this as a first acting job. Geoff Payne is Liam's father. Actor Geoff Paine has reprised his role as Dr. Clive Gibbons on Neighbours, 28 years after he last appeared on the show. Nicola Payne Popularity . I hope he sticks around then. In 2017, Paine decided to return to Neighbours as Clive and continued to appear on a recurring basis until the shows ending in 2022. [18] He was introduced as the Chief operating officer (COO) of Erinsborough Hospital. Jane and Clive's relationship strengthens and she cares for his fern while he is away. Sheila was this extraordinary, bold, emotional sort of character, while Jane is much more contained and controlled. Explore how the celebrity world connects. Months later, Clive supports Sheila when she admits that she covered up an attack on her grandson Levi Canning (Richie Morris) when he was a child, which lead to Levi developing epilepsy. He returned to the role briefly in 1989, with the opportunity to appear in a spin-off series based on the character, but no television network would produce the show. Karen Payne They had three kids: Ruth, Nicola, and Liam. He also provides Paul with a shoulder to cry on following the end of his marriage. Hopefully they give him some good comic material, despite his very serious new job. He left the role in late 1986 and his final episode aired in February 1987. Hes quite attracted to Janes stability compared to Sheilas erratic spontaneity. They have a lot in common. A real 80s favourite! [1] In 1986, Paine secured the role of Clive Gibbons in the Australian soap opera Neighbours. Liam Payne was born on 29 August 1993 (age 28 years; as in 2021) in Redditch, Worcestershire, England. "[2], Josephine Monroe, author of Neighbours: The First 10 Years, said Clive brought a breath of fresh air to Ramsay Street when he moved in. [3] In November 1986, TV Week reported that Paine had quit the series but would remain on-screen until early 1987. Actor Geoff Paine has reprised his role as Dr. Clive Gibbons on Neighbours, 28 years after he last appeared on the show. A few months later, Clive asks Karl to investigate some missing morphine. Clive runs a gorillagram agency from Number 22 Ramsay Street, which upsets neighbour Max Ramsay. Both Jane and Clive are looking for a relationship o be solid and thats what they are gonna have to explore.". In late 1985 he auditioned for the part of Clive Gibbons in Neighbours and got the role. He arrived on the show in a gorilla suite, having a job as a gorilla gram, but turned out to be a doctor. If there is one person in Neighbours you do not want to get in the way of, it's Sheila Canning (Colette Mann) she did once leave a pigs head in someone's car after all. And their son Bear is their world. [3] He also wanted to develop his acting abilities in stage productions, having gone straight from drama school to Neighbours. But following Izzy's departure, Clive informs Karl the new wing is cancelled. TV Week's Stephen Cook observed that ever since he joined Neighbours, Paine had become a favourite with viewers who liked "his nice-guy on-screen personality. After a meeting about attracting donors, Aaron asks Clive for his help in finding a record of David and his brother Leo Tanaka's (Tim Kano) father, as they were born in a Western Sydney hospital, where Clive once worked. "[28], Daniel Martin of The Guardian included Clive's 1986 dream on his list of Favourite Christmas Soap Moments. Find your friends on Facebook. Bear Grey Payne was born on 22 March 2017 at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital in London, United Kingdom. Contents 1 Pre Neighbours career 2 Neighbours 1986-1987, 1989 3 After Neighbours 4 Return to Neighbours 2017- 5 Refs Pre Neighbours career Jane's son Byron Stone (Joe Klocek) moves to Erinsborough and becomes suspicious that one of his escort clients Danielle Pendbury (Christine Stephen-Daly) is involved with Clive. I was about to get married and move down to Sydney to start production and it never happened. Paine, who played the local Erinsborough medic from 1986 and 1987 (and again briefly in 1989), has returned in a recurring role as the new COO at Erinsborough Hospital. Try 12 issues for 1 today - never miss an issue. He and Karen have daughters named Ruth and Nicola. People named Geoff Paine. As others have said he was great comic relief during Neighbours second year and first year in ten. He later offers Karl a job as a GP. After knowing each other for a long time, the news of their relationship breaks in late 2016,and people started speculating they're smitten. Doctor Clive refereeing a boxing match between Mike and Shane for the heart of Plain Jane Superbrain is knocked out and goes into a bizarre festive dream sequence where the cast were re-imagined as pantomime characters. Born. But it is part of the schedule of many people's working weeks. Geoff Paine is known for Blue Heelers (1994), Very Small Business (2008) and City Homicide (2007). They are briefly joined there by Daphne's best friend, Zoe Davis (Ally Fowler) and then by Mike Young (Guy Pearce). Summarize this article for a 10 years old. Dear Wikiwand AI, let's keep it short by simply answering these key questions. As Sheila comes to terms with the grief of losing her boy, Mann has praised Neighbours writers for the difficult and emotional storyline. Published: Wednesday, 1st April 2020 at 1:03 pm, Neighbours' Colette Mann on why Sheila and Clive will never get married, Following on from the tragic death of Sheila's son, Gary. ", On whether he thinks Clive and Jane could go the distance, Geoff is optimistic for them. [12] Paine's decision came shortly after co-star Peter O'Brien left to take a role in The Flying Doctors on a rival network. Other Partners Professional Partners. Months later, Sheila offers to help Clive with community outreach for the new hospital wing, before asking if they can rekindle their relationship. He fell in love with a woman whoes name escapes me, but Paul was also a romantic rival for her affections. [2] "[32] Clive was placed at number twenty-seven on the Huffpost's "35 greatest Neighbours characters of all time" feature. May 27 Instagram Star #5. After 28 years away, Geoff reprised the role of Clive on a semi-regular basis from 2017 and will feature in the upcoming hour-long finale episode. Most Popular #22891. Jasmine Udagawa (Kaori Maeda-Judge) offers to make a donation to the spinal unit if Clive calls off his search. She has dated Nick Farnell. But he was encouraged to take the opportunity and do what he could with the part. He first appeared from 1960-1968. [3] The actor later made a brief return to the show in 1989. By entering your details, you are agreeing to our terms and conditions and privacy policy. Then Ann Tweedy tied the knot on 7 July 2014 with french restaurateur Jean-Bernard Fernandez-Versinifollowing three months of romance. "Clive has a marriage that didn't work out, a wife that is back in the UK, a daughter that's in New Zealand and a grandchild," he commented. Clive attends a party on Ramsay Street later in the day, and has drinks with Des and parties with the residents. Geoff had enjoyed his time in the show but did not want to commit himself so did not sign a new contract. [9] Where the younger Clive was "happy-go-lucky", the older Clive has matured and become more conservative. Facebook gives people the power. Start a FameChain Add to my FameChain. He made his first screen appearance during the episode broadcast on 21 January 1986. Geoff Paine is known for Blue Heelers (1994), Very Small Business (2008) and City Homicide (2007). But Clive Gibbons and Jane Harris (Geoff Paine and Annie Jones) are about to be in her sights when a night on strong eggnog leads to them waking up next to each other the following morning. [16] Paine told Johnathon Hughes of the Radio Times that he had enquired about a return through his agent and the show's producers agreed to bring the character back. 34 Year Old Gemini #45. [9] He also said that he enjoys playing the character, as he is "fun and irreverent". "[23] Additionally, Paine told Daniel Kilkelly that giving his experience to younger cast members was something he enjoyed and he hopes that Home and Away will become the new training ground for people in the television industry after Neighbours ceases production.[23]. Im betting it turns out Clive delivered the Tanaka brothers. This was 1989 they were preparing to put City Hospital together and Network 10 was sold and one of the first things they got rid of was all the new projects. Returning in 2011. Alice was born circa 1866, in Toddington, Gloucestershire, England. On June 22, 2020, they welcomed a daughter named Ffion Nevaeh Farnell. She has two daughters, Ruth and Nicola. Clive and Sheila spend a lot of time together in the ensuing weeks, and he mentions to her that he has at least two children. Herbison stated that Paine will continue appearing on a semi-regular basis, but Clive was added to the titles due to his popularity, adding "We've included him in the titles to reflect Dr Clive's importance to the community and we know the fans wanted it too including fan club president Colette Mann!"[19]. Menu. Paine was spotted by the Reg Grundy Organisation and offered the role of Clive. After the first class, Sheila confronts Clive for being harsh on her and he admits that he still has feelings for her. It was so great to see Geoff Paine back last night! Clive dresses up in his gorillagram to try and win Jane back, but is interrupted by someone on their motorbike. Clive's brother, Graham (Peter Harvey-Wright), a GP visits with his wife, Kate (Jenny Seedsman) and daughter Vicki (Charmaine Gorman). Find Geoff Paine's phone number, address, and email on Spokeo, the leading online directory for contact information. Interview with Erinsborough legend Geoff Paine", "Neighbours' Geoff Paine reveals all on Clive's future", "Parenthood pains from Dad's point of view", "Neighbours star who hit neighbour looks back, no anger", "Comedy writer Geoff Paine uses his head to come up with stage play", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Geoff_Paine&oldid=1102601523, This page was last edited on 5 August 2022, at 22:38. Associated With. 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