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'Gus Mercurio' (born August 10, 1928) is an American-born Australian character actor who has appeared on both film and television. He was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and is a former professional boxer, ex-marine and chiropractor. His raspy voice, energetic personality and natural talents quickly came to the attention of Australian television production houses. He was also a well-known boxing promoter. Mercurio appeared in several Australian period style TV series including Tandarra (1976), Cash and Company (1975) and Power Without Glory (1976). Additionally, he was a regular bad guy on several Australian TV police series including Homicide (1964), Division 4 (1969) and Matlock Police (1971). His film appearances included The Blue Lagoon (1980), The Man from Snowy River (1982) Crocodile Dundee II (1988), Return to the Blue Lagoon (1991) and Doing Time for Patsy Cline (1997). He is the father of dancer and actor Paul Mercurio, the star of the film Strictly Ballroom (1992). He is the president of the Australian Boxing Hall Of Fame. Mercurio originates from the Greek surname of Mercouri.