Troy Beckwith Obituary – Actor Troy Beckwith, renowned for his portrayal of one of the most unforgettable villains in the popular Australian soap opera Neighbours, has sadly passed away at the age of 48. The news of his demise was conveyed through a heartfelt Facebook post by his co-star Kym Valentine. In her emotional message, shared on January 27 along with a photograph of the two, Valentine expressed her deep sorrow. “It is with great sadness that I must share this news,” Valentine began. “Our beloved friend Troy Beckwith has left us. Another cherished member of our television family has departed from us far too soon.”
Valentine further revealed that, in accordance with Beckwith’s wishes, there will not be a funeral. She concluded her message by expressing gratitude for the cherished memories they shared and sending her love to Beckwith’s friends and family. Valentine also conveyed that Beckwith’s family wanted everyone to be aware of his valiant battle against cancer. Beckwith portrayed the character of Michael ‘Sicko Micko’ Martin on the show from 1991 to 1998, leaving an indelible mark in 127 episodes.