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Australian actor who was set to star in Dolly Parton's 9 to 5: The Musical dies 'unexpectedly' aged 38


Luke Lynch was originally cast in the iconic role of Dick in the stage musical, based on the 1980 film of the same name starring Dolly, for a stint at Rockdale Town Hall.

Luke Lynch was originally cast in the iconic role of Dick in the stage musical, based on the 1980 film of the same name starring Dolly, for a stint at Rockdale Town Hall. The musical opened on Friday night and a tribute was reportedly made to Luke by placing a photograph of him and a cowboy hat he wore in a previous role on stage. Luke Lynch was originally cast in the role of Dick in the musical, based on the 1980 film of the same name, for a stint at Rockdale Town Hall (pictured: The show on Broadway in 2008)

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