List of celebrity guest appearances on Neighbours
Introduction 230px''Neighbours'' is an Australian television soap opera first broadcast on 18 March 1985.It was created by TV executive Reg Watson, who proposed the idea of making a show that focused on realistic stories and portrayed adults and teenagers who talk openly and solve their problems together. ''Neighbours'' has since become the longest-running series in Australian television and the seventh longest-running serial drama still on the air in the world. In 2005, the show was inducted into the Logie Hall of Fame.The first celebrity to make a guest appearance in the show was former Skyhooks band member Red Symons. He made his on-screen debut ten days after the series began in March 1985.He played the role of Terry Inglis' ex-husband, Gordon. In 1986, record producer Molly Meldrum arrived in Ramsay Street to sign Charlene Mitchell (Kylie Minogue) after hearing her singing backing vocals on a music demo. Greg Fleet's appearance in 1988 saw him run over popular character Daphne Clarke (Elaine Smith) with his car, resulting in her death. 1995 saw Chris Lowe, one half of British music group, The Pet Shop Boys, appear and ask Helen Daniels (Anne Haddy) and Marlene Kratz (Moya O'Sullivan) for directions to a studio. A year later, writer Clive James had a walk on part as a postman. Australian cricketer, Shane Warne made a two episode appearance as himself in 2006.He came to Erinsborough to pick up a cheque for his charity from Harold Bishop (Ian Smith). ''Australian Idol'' presenter Andrew G made the first of three appearances by the show's stars in February 2007.Judges Marcia Hines and Ian Dickson followed in November 2007 and March 2009 respectively. During three episodes set and filmed in London, a number of British stars filmed cameos, including Neil Morrissey, Emma Bunton, Julian Clary and Michael Parkinson. Morrissey was the only one of the group to play a character and not himself. British comedians Matt Lucas and David Walliams appeared as their characters, Lou and Andy and Tim Vine had a small walk on part as a lost tourist. Australian comedians Hamish & Andy made their ''Neighbours'' debut as radio hosts, Fred & Big Tommo and Lehmo had a cameo as himself in July 2010.The Charlie's bar set provides a stage for musicians to perform their songs during episodes. September 2008 saw girl band, The Veronicas sing their song, "This Love" on the set and Liverpudlian band, The Wombats sang three of their hits. Other singers and bands to appear at Charlie's, include Kate Ceberano, Ben Lee and former ''Australian Idol'' contestant Jacob Butler. AFL player Clint Bizzell began appearing as footballer Adam Clarke in a storyline that ran for just over a week in March 2009.Dutch violinist André Rieu arrived in Ramsay Street in early April 2009.His cameo was later named ''Neighbours''' "weirdest ever storyline" in an online poll. WWE wrestler Dave Batista signed up to appear in scenes with wrestling fans Callum Jones (Morgan Baker) and Toadfish Rebecchi (Ryan Moloney), during his promotional tour of Australia in June. In the same month, it was announced that British pop singer, Lily Allen, was to make an appearance and perform her new single "22" on the show. Allen was interviewed by Matthew Werkmeister's character, Zeke Kinski, at the Pirate Net radio station.
Celebrity appearances Cricketer Shane Warne make his appearance in the show during 2006.Andrew G made an appearance in February 2007.David Walliams and Matt Lucas appeared as their characters, Lou and Andy.The Veronicas appeared in 2008.Lily Allen sang during her appearance in 2009.Paula Abdul made a cameo appearance in 2014.Katherine Kelly Lang made the first celebrity guest appearance of 2016.AFL Women's player Ellie Blackburn made an appearance in March 2018.Singer Jess Glynne appeared as herself in a 2019 storyline. Year Celebrity(s) Role Reference1985     1986     1986     1986     1988     1989     1990      1990     1994      1994    1995     1996     1998     2000      2001     2002     2002     2006     2006     2006   2007     2007     2007     2007     2007    2007     2007     2007     2007     2007     2007     2007     2008     2008     2008     2008     2008     2008     2008     2008     2009     2009     2009    2009     2009     2009     2009     2009     2009      2009    2009      2010     2010     2010     2010     2010     2010     2010    2011     2011    2011     2011     2012     2012       2012   2012   2013   2014   2014   2015   2015    2015    2015    2016    2016    2016    2016    2017   2017   2017   2017   2017   2018   2018    2018     2018   2018    2019     2019    2019   2019   2019   2019   2019   2019    2019     2020    2020   2020   2022   2022   2022
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External links *  Picture gallery of the top ten celebrity appearances at Holy Soap