Dieter Brummer: Home and Away actor dies aged 45
Actor Dieter Brumner, best known for his role in soap opera Home and Away, has died aged 45.
The Australian star was found dead at a house in Sydney on Saturday. His death is not being treated as suspicious.
A statement on the official Instagram page of the soap said: "Dieter was a much-loved Home and Away cast member and celebrated by Australian and international audiences for his award-winning portrayal of Shane Parrish.
"We send our sincere condolences to Dieter’s family and friends during this very difficult time."
He played Shane Parrish in the popular Australian soap from 1992 until 1996.
On-screen, Brummer’s character Shane was married to Angel, played by actress Melissa George.
He also played Troy Miller in rival soap Neighbours and had roles in shows Underbelly and Winners And Losers.
In a statement, his family paid tribute to the actor: "We lost our handsome, talented, funny, complicated and beloved Dieter on Saturday morning.
"He has left a massive hole in our lives and our world will never be the same.
"Our thoughts go out to all of you who knew him, loved him, or worked with him over the years."
The Seven Network, which airs Home and Away in Australia, said it was "deeply saddened" by Brumner's death.
"Home & Away and Channel 7 are deeply saddened to hear of Dieter Brumner's passing.
"Dieter was a much-loved Home and Away cast member and celebrated by Australian and international audiences.
"We send our sincere condolences to Dieter’s family and friends during this very difficult time."
The Neighbours Twitter account posted a tribute to the actor: "Dieter Brummer, joined the Neighbours alumni in 2012 as Capt. Troy Miller.
"Our thoughts are with his family and friends."
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Home And Away star Georgie Parker, known as Roo Stewart in the soap, was among those paying tribute to Brummer.
She commented on Home And Away’s tribute, writing: "Such sad news, such a lovely man and a good actor too. Much love to his family and loved ones at this terribly difficult time."
A statement from the New South Wales police said: "About 1.30pm (Saturday July 24 2021), officers from The Hills Police Area Command responded to reports of a concern for welfare at a home on Glenhaven Road, Glenhaven.
"The body of a man was located inside the home. His death is not believed to be suspicious.
"A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner."