Glenn Robbins

Glenn Robbins is one of Australia’s most enduring and admired comic performers, celebrated for his sharp wit, iconic characters and remarkable body of work across television, film and live performance.

A graduate of Drama and Media at Melbourne State College, Glenn began his career on the stand-up comedy circuit in 1981. Performing at major venues in Melbourne and Sydney, he quickly earned a loyal following, with audiences embracing his naturally dry sense of humour and understated style.

Television was a natural progression, and Glenn soon became a recognisable face on some of Australia’s highest-rating comedy sketch shows. His work as a performer and writer on The Comedy Company (Network Ten), Fast Forward, Full Frontal and Jimeoin (all Seven Network) showcased his versatility and comedic instinct. During this period he created many memorable characters, but none more enduring than the much-loved Uncle Arthur.

Glenn became a regular guest on Channel Seven’s top-rating Tonight Live, where his popular “Talk Cams” saw him presenting live segments from around the country. In 1996, he toured internationally with fellow comedians Jimeoin and Bob Franklin, performing a successful season of The Cooking Show at the Edinburgh Festival.

A long-standing member of the Working Dog creative team, Glenn appeared on The Panel from 1998 to 2004 (Network Ten). With Working Dog he also co-created the hit outback adventure parody All Aussie Adventures, featuring the unforgettable Russell Coight, for its first two series. He later contributed to the highly successful Thank God You’re Here as both a performer and Creative Consultant.

Glenn’s talents extend beyond comedy. In 2001 he portrayed Pete Morrison in the critically acclaimed, AFI award-winning Australian feature film Lantana, directed by Ray Lawrence. The film achieved both national and international success, further demonstrating Glenn’s dramatic range.

In 2002 Glenn appeared as Kel Knight in the AFI award-winning comedy series Kath & Kim (ABC TV), alongside Jane Turner and Gina Riley. The show became a cultural phenomenon, spawning second and third television series, gaining international recognition—particularly in Britain and the United States—and culminating in a telemovie in 2006.

That same year, Glenn starred as Benny G in the Molloy Boys’ feature film Boytown, the story of a legendary ’80s boy band reuniting in search of renewed glory.

With a career spanning more than four decades, Glenn Robbins remains an influential figure in Australian entertainment. His distinctive comedic voice, creative vision and enduring characters continue to delight audiences of all ages.