Showbiz stars in fundraiser for Russell Gilbert

Showbiz entertainers will gather for a one night fundraiser for comedian Russell Gilbert.

In late 2015 Gilbert suffered a series of medical and personal setbacks. On July 17 stars will perform in a fundraiser Gala 4 Gilbo at the Palais Theatre, St. Kilda, hosted by Mick Molloy. All profits will help to provide for his rehabilitation and ongoing care.

Appearing are Dave Hughes, Wil Anderson, Judith Lucy, Glenn Robbins, Denise Scott, Shaun Micallef, Richard Stubbs, Brian Nankervis, Lehmo, Bob Franklin, Lawrence Mooney, Trevor Marmalade, Colin Lane and more.

Scared Weird Little Guys will also reform for the event, with special appearances by former Hey Hey It’s Saturday co-stars, Red Symons and Wilbur Wilde. Those unable to appear live, will pre-record a special shout out, including Rob Sitch (as Mike Moore), Daryl Somers and more.

Mick Molloy says, “Russell Gilbert is like a big brother to me. He is one of the funniest blokes I’ve ever met, on or off the stage and he’s coming off a pretty bad year that has involved some pretty major battles.

“Gilbo has always been there for many of us when we needed him and now it’s our turn to help out a mate.

“Not one person we asked to be part of this show said no … I think that says a lot about the man.

“Comics love an excuse to get together and have a few laughs, especially when it’s for a good cause and a good bloke like Gilbo. I think this night, for many reasons, will be one we all remember fondly, especially Russell, who’s been doing it tough for a while now.”

Tickets at Ticketmaster.