"Iconic Soap Star, 90, Celebrates Milestone Birthday with Famous Singer Son – Can You Guess Who's Dancing with a Walker?"

Published on November 09, 2025 at 03:25 PM
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  1. Milestone Celebration
  2. About Terence Donovan
  3. Family Background
  4. Career Highlights
  5. Fan Reactions

A cherished Neighbours icon has marked his significant birthday by showcasing his dance moves with the assistance of his walker.

The 90-year-old actor was accompanied by his well-known singer son as they celebrated this heartwarming occasion in style.

Terence Donovan smiling and dancing with a walker.This Neighbours icon celebrated his milestone birthday by showcasing some dance moves with his walkerCredit: Instagram/jdonofficial Terence Donovan dances with a walker.The dancer was English-Australian actor Terence Donovan, joined by his son JasonCredit: Instagram/jdonofficial

The television legend is best known for his role as Doug Willis in the popular soap, where his son also appeared.

He celebrated his birthday alongside his son, who filmed the touching moment and shared it online.

The video featured Terence dancing with his walker to the song "Razzle Dazzle" from the musical Chicago.

Jason captioned the heartfelt video: “Thank you for all your lovely messages this week regarding my Dad!

“After a well-deserved and celebrated 90th birthday, I wanted to share this magical moment as a post.

“In true showbiz fashion, with all the Razzle Dazzle, this is what 90 looks like... vibrant, lively, and kicking! Love you, Dad.”

A fellow Neighbours star commented on the post with a heart-eyed emoji, while another co-star wrote: “Happy birthday, Terry!!”

One fan remarked: “Bravo! I want to have that energy when I reach 90.”

Another added: “Love him!! What a true star.”

“Thank you for sharing this. I love it. I hope to be like this when I’m 90. Happy birthday to your Dad. Such lovely memories,” wrote a third.

Terence is an English-Australian actor recognized for his work in stage and television.

Jason was born to actress Sue Menlove and Terence, but he was primarily raised by his father as a single parent until Terence remarried in 1981.

Jason portrayed the character of Scott Robinson on Neighbours and later enjoyed a successful music career.

Like his son, Terence is best known to audiences for his roles in soap operas, including Neighbours and Home and Away.

Terence played the beloved patriarch of the Willis family, Doug, who worked as a builder.

He secured the role in 1990 and portrayed the popular character until 1994.

Doug made a brief return to Ramsay Street in 2005 when Terence reprised his role for the show’s 20th-anniversary special.

He returned once more in 2014 but was written off in 2016.

The actor has appeared in numerous Australian shows, including the police drama series Division 4 and Cop Shop, along with minor roles in various serials such as The Prisoner, Sons and Daughters, A Country Practice, and E Street.

In 2003, he featured in the drama series MDA as Eric Savage, the father of Richard Savage, played by his son.

Jason Donovan embracing his 90-year-old father, Terence Donovan.Jason was raised by his fatherCredit: Instagram/jdonofficial Terence Donovan with his son Jason Donovan.Terence is best recognized for his roles in soap operas such as Neighbours and Home and AwayCredit: Instagram/jdonofficial Terence Donovan, father of Jason Donovan, in a green polo shirt seated at a table, holding hands with a younger man in a white t-shirt and black cap, standing beside him.Terence Donovan was written off the popular soap in 2016Credit: Instagram/jdonofficial
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