ROB GUEST DIES FROM WICKED-Leave your tribute here.

[goannagirlable]

I recently saw WICKED but we had Bert Newton, well we didn't, we had his understudy because he had pneumonia, but I watched your videos of Rob Guest and he looked like he would play such a good wizard and it is truly such a shame that us Perthians couldn't get to see his talent. RIP.

[CrazyRabidPony]

NOOOOO!!! I didn't get to see 'Wicked' yet... ;~;

It sucks being a poor college student.

[BwayInChicagoTown1]

Poor Guy

[SassyMcHassy]

I... I'm gobsmacked. I don't know what rock I've been living under but this has broken my heart.

I've had the beautiful opportunity of spending alot of time with he and his pianist during a solo show and he was indeed a funny, gorgeous and beautiful hearted man.

Off to have a belated cry.

[JONBOYTENNIS]

cool jewel i thought u might be famouse but hey u on here so now u famouse . When u in melbourne would u like to catch up some time u can put me on a video also the only time i have been on tv was when i was on street talk afl footy show .

[RachQLD]

VERY SAD. Loved your voice and your work Rob. Inspiring. Blessings and love to your family and friends xx

[jewelchic]

@RachQLD LOVELY-THANKS XXX

[JONBOYTENNIS]

jewel are u a famouse woman or u just some one who loves doing videos cause all your videos r great.

[jewelchic]

@JONBOYTENNIS No-just a You Tuber!!! LOL, but i really love it xxx

[TooHard2FakeItt]

Rob was truly a legend. He is flying with the other angels now. RIP. Best wishes to his family and friends. <3

[jewelchic]

@TooHard2FakeItt Thanks xxx

[livi988]

i cried when i heard that he died! We lost a legend! Please give my best wishes to his family and tell them that he will be remembered forever not only as the funny lovely brilliant actor that he was! But the man that brought joy to all our hearts as we saw him onstage! Thank you Rob for the best time's that i have ever had watching you onstage!

[jewelchic]

@livi988 Thank-you-your message will be here for them to see xxxxxxx

[Jooma17]

i was so upet that i missed out on seeing rob. i saw it a few months l8r and bert was good but i really wanted to see the legnd in action

[jewelchic]

he was great xxx

[DisneyGirl241]

it is so sad! i feel so sorry for them!

[jewelchic]

Thank s xxx

[TheBleaaach]

It's such a shame. He made a good Wizard. :))

[maidz97]

One year on, we rememember Rob, still can't believe he's gone, he had so much more to give!!

[jewelchic]

Absolutely xxx

[zoolandasbiatch]

I was lucky enough to perform ias Emma n a production of Jekyll and Hyde directed by Robert Young in New Zealand. OUr Jekyll wore the same costumes Rob had; and it was a great priveledge to follow in the legacy. I wish I had got to WICKED faster to see you. RIP Rob Guest. xx

[jewelchic]

That's lovely xxx

[Maddymilex]

Bye Rob we will miss you

P.S Bert Newton would do you proud he's great

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[jewelchic]

Thank-you...and yes Bert is doing a great job!!! xxx

[c1d2a34b]

hi, i have seen the phantom of the opera about two times - both with Rob Guest playing the phantom. A one-of-a-kind performer who's skill on the stage will be incredibly hard to live up to. To the family and cast, best of luck for the future. take care. :) :)

[jewelchic]

It's hard to believe it as nearly been a year!!! xxx

[koolmanaznpnk]

The good die young. RIP xoxo

[jewelchic]

xxx

[fredalltheway]

Rob-No one can say how much you've changed wicked's life. You changed it. For good.

[jewelchic]

Nice xxx

[frazrowley]

It must have been incredibly difficult for the cast to carry on with the show that night. It must have been like losing a family member. To work so hard on the role and to have it cut short, only mere months after opening night was so cruel. RIP Rob. You'll be with us like a hand print on our hearts.... For Good

[jewelchic]

Lovely comment-thanks xxx

[sxcsupresugarbabe]

RIP

[jewelchic]

xxx

[ElphieNekoChan]

I went to Australia for an international exchange in January and spent a weekend in Melbourne in April where I saw WICKED for the first time. The show was fabulouso and I can't believe this happened mere months before. Give my regards to the family, friends and cast for me.

[jewelchic]

Thanks xxxxxx

[Stupoider]

Rob Guest was a terrific man. :( R.I.P.

[jewelchic]

xxxxxxx

[Tbroadway13]

Hope he is enjoying gods heavenly presence. I feel sad,but atleast he is somewhere pain free where he doesn't have to suffer anymore.

[jewelchic]

xxx

[Jigglesw]

I love this show. He was sucha good actor. Im so sorry to here about this. Thank You, Matt

[jewelchic]

Thanks Matt xxxxx

[ShopKID185]

I'm really sorry Megan

[jewelchic]

Thanks-it was very sad xxx

[marlamartenson]

Wicked is my favorite show! Very sad news!

[jewelchic]

MINE too xxxxxx

[mccreadboy]

did he pass while he was doing this show??

not like during a performance

but like still a company member?

[jewelchic]

He was not on stage as such but he was, at that time in his life, playing the Wizard in Wicked which had only just opened in Melbourne. It was a terrible shock and a sad loss for the theatre community xxxxxxx

[JoRdStA93]

rob was an amazing telented man

i was watching the wicked cast sing "for good" and i was so so so sad

[jewelchic]

Wasn't it beautiful xxxxxxxx

[Scoutaroo11]

he died on october 1st that is a day before my birthday :{

[jewelchic]

Oh xxxxxx

[elphinda23]

R.I.P Rob Guest.

you were a great performer and we will all miss you

:'(

[jewelchic]

Thanks xxxxxx

[holliepophehe]

So sorry about Rob, it must be terrible,xxx

[jewelchic]

It was very sad xxxxxx

[JoRdStA93]

hi,

i was lucky enough to work with rob in

"phantom of the opera" and he did an amazing performance

so sad he's gone

[jewelchic]

Oh lucky you-he was lovely xxxxxxxxxxx

[AmandaHarrisonFan890]

I saw one of Rob's last performances be for he had a stroke and passed away.He would put so much effort into his performances to make it amazing.I also saw him in my city he was wonderful!I was on holidays away from home when i was watching 7 news i heard that Rob had a stroke and he had passed away.On the news it showed clips of him performing in Wicked with Amanda Harrison!He was an amazing man!Miss you Rob!:(

[jewelchic]

He was truly fabulous as the Wizard and had a brilliant career. xxxxxxx

[bressak]

he truely was a wonderful, sentimentle man :)

[jewelchic]

YES xxxxxxx

[jewelchic]

Thanks-his family all have this link xxxxxx

[hetty72]

he was great!

[jewelchic]

He WAS Heather-thanks xxxxxxx

[Hipmister3000]

i never saw rob or met him. but i really miss him. When i saw wicked, it was after rob passed away so i saw Rodney Dobson who was doctor dillamond origionally. i think burt newton is the wizard now.

RIP Rob Guest

[jewelchic]

Yes-Bert is the Wizard now and he is doing a terrific job,even thought we all miss Rob xxxxxxxx

[IdinaMenzelFanVideos]

:(

RIP Rob.

[jewelchic]

Thanks xxxxxxx

[shayes205]

Hi I know its a bit late but my youtube is unblocked now so I can post.

I didnt see Rob in as many things as I would of liked to but he was absolutly amazing as the Wizad in Wicked and Im sure he was in everything he did. Im only a new fan of robs but i will always remember his great performance.

[jewelchic]

Shayes- i is absolutely NOT too late-this will be here forever and will be a lovely thing for his family and friends to read from time to time-thank-you xxxxxxxxxx

[tjlg1995]

r.i.p ily rob i am so sad.

[jewelchic]

Thanks xxxxxxxx

[darkangelguevara]

Will always be a fan of Rob Guest! A great talent...lots of love to the family. Rest in peace Rob, may your talent shine in glory for Our Lord and Heavenly Father who has called you home!

[jewelchic]

Thanks Lee Lee xxxxxxxx

[dinoodlez3]

Im so sad...i havent seen wicked yet but have tickets to see it soon. Was looking forward to seeing him too cause iv seen alot of Rob Guests YouTube clips and he sounds like an awesome man. RIP :(

[jewelchic]

What a shame you missed him Johnny-he was great as the Wizard!!! xxxxxxxx

[ViolentPassions]

R.I.P Rob.

I was very lucky to see him in Wicked when I went a few months ago. he was amazing to watch and hear.

may the road rise you meet you.

may the wind be always at your back.

may the sun shine warm upon your field.

and until you grace this earth again,

may god hold you safe and warm in the palm of his hand.

[jewelchic]

Thank-you...that is beautiful ...glad you saw him too xxx

[livingwithintention]

Megan, please extend my heart-felt condolences to Rob's family.

Blessings,

- Sue

[jewelchic]

Thanks Sue-watch the memorial video of the cast singing For Good-it is so so beautiful. I just watched it again and cried AGAIN!!! Watch it til the end-the song takes off and it is just amazing xxxxxxx

[bvonny]

i saw wicked in augest it was amazing rob did an amazing job im horonered to see it before he passed away . ROB GUEST MAY YOU REST IN PEACE god bless you

[jewelchic]

How great you saw him-i thought he was brilliant xxxxxx

[notadingus]

May you rest in peace Rob

He was a great man and a great performer!

I happened to be at the matinee performance on the Wednesday also to come home and hear the news that the reason for having missed the performance was a stroke. I was devastated for him and his family. I feel blessed that I'd thankfully seen his performance a couple months earlier in Wicked. He may be from New Zealand but he'll always be our Wonderful Wizard of OZ!!!

[jewelchic]

You worded that so beautifully-thank-you xxxxxxx

[kjdrin]

he was a wonderful musician. he had a good life, and I'm sure he would have been happy finishing his life in such a great musical. May he rest in peace. xx

[jewelchic]

Yes- when he did the You Tube with me he told me how much he LOVED playing the Wizard and what an interesting integral character he found him to be xxxxxxx

[emerdeedee]

hi =]

i was really sad to find out rob had passed away. i saw wicked in july and met him at the stage door and got photos and stuff and he was just so lovely, you know?

i feel so lucky to have seen him perform, he was truly 'wonderful'.

i cant imagine how hard it is for his family and the cast - i wish them all the best - keep performing but, you're all amazing.

thanks =]

emma xx

[jewelchic]

Thanks Emma- i agree-it would be very difficult but Rob would be the first to tell them to get on with it all!!! xxxxxxx

[lanethnarya]

I was lucky enough to be at Rob's last performance on Sunday 28th September - there's no other way to describe how I feel other than spellbound - the cast fills their roles more than perfectly and coveys the story so beautifully.

My desire to act has been reignited, and moreso by Rob's passing.

To all Rob's family, friends and the cast, ye have my love and best wishes for the future.

Thank ye also to Suzie Howie for answering my emails and passing them on to the cast backstage.

Laneth.

[wickedbrrr]

I live in the United Sates, so I never got the privelige to see him perform, but I did see him sing "A Sentimental Man" on a TV interview here on Youtube. He is amazing, and will greatly be missed! All love goes to his family, who must be having the hardest time right now!

R.I.P. Rob Guest

[jewelchic]

Thank-you. I learned a lot more about him at the memorial too yesterday-it was lovely xxxxxxx

[crowsjess]

I was heaps upset when I heard he passed away. I saw him in the Phantom of the Opera when I was 7, and then I saw him in Wicked in July. He was an AWESOME performer! And also, thanks for uploading the video of the Wicked cast singing at his memorial - I saw photos of them on news websites, and I was searching and searching for a video, so thanks heaps!!

[jewelchic]

That is a pleasure-thanks xxxxxxx

[bekgirl55]

i saw him in wicked he was amazing im so sad for the loss he seemed like a really great guy

[jewelchic]

Yes-he was lovely xxxxx

[Tazwegian]

RIP Rob.

[jewelchic]

Thanks xxx

[christay21]

sore rob on this "is your life" he will be a grate loss

[jewelchic]

Yes-i heard that was on in NZ the week before he passed away. xxxxxx

[maidz97]

I would just like to say that I feel extremely honoured and priviledged to have seen Rob Guest perform in the Phantom, not once but twice. He was absolutely magnificent and had such amazing stage presence. I also saw him in concert when he toured NZ a few years ago and that was a wonderful show as well, his voice was still just as powerful. A wonderful entertainer and a lovely, lovely man. So very very sad and a huge loss to Musical Theatre. My heart goes out to his family and friends xxxx

[jewelchic]

That's awesome -thanks x

[RolandDeschain1]

R.I.P. Rob Guest.

Every inch a star but still a generous, decent man.

[jewelchic]

Thanks xxxxx

[GAT1541]

Met Rob in the beginning of his oz Career in Les Miserables. He was indeed a talented, carismatic bigger than life man.. and a good bloke! If he called you a friend.you were! I've met a zillion people in this business and he was a stand out..a true gentleman..he was CLASS. Professional! I'm happy to say that we were friends..like indeed I was with Judy and I want to send my love and light to all that loved him... .. One more day... wish you had it. love Glenda x

[jewelchic]

Thanks Glenda xxxxxxx

[mairanya1]

I was lucky enough to have seen him several times as the Wizard. He was so talented and seemed like a really good person, still so young. I'm sad that we won't see him on stage any more, but my thoughts are with his family and friends.

I saw Wicked again last Saturday. The show went on and the cast performed so well, as I believe he'd have wanted.

[jewelchic]

Thanks xxxxxx

[bigboy872]

I'm so sad to hear of Rob's passing. I'm from America, so I never got to actually see him. However I've been a fan of his for several years now. I've seen many videos of his performances. He is so brilliant! I was so excited when I heard he would be playing the wizard in Wicked. I only wish I would have had a chance to see him live. He was a wonderful man and will be truly missed! My prayers are with the family, friends, and cast members. Much love from America!

[jewelchic]

Thanks for your comment all the way from the States xxxxxx

[WishingOnlyWounds]

I was so sad when I first found this, still am. My prayers go to his family.

[jewelchic]

Thanks xxxxxxx

[lifesavid]

My daughter was particularly shocked by the news. She has performed in the last two summer shows up on the coast and Rob had been a guest lecturer. Having him so close in lecture and then seeing him in Sweeney Todd and Wicked, she often spoke of him as almost a friend even though they never actually spoke. As with a lot of young performers, he was definitely her number one theatrical mentor.

[jewelchic]

I totally understand what you mean- i only met him a few times, but he was just such a nice person, he was someone you just wanted to be friends with. xxxxxxx

[lifesavid]

A very sad loss, but as Rob would likely say himself. The show must go on.

Saw him just last month in Melbourne and thought he was brilliant. Also saw him in Sweeney Todd on the Gold Coast. I feel extremely fortunate to have seen these two recent performances. He was an Aussy Icon, even if he wasn't born here. He has left an extraordinary legacy to Australian theatre.

[jewelchic]

Yes-i think he would say that too...an odd story in The Age today about how Amanda's (Elphaba's) mechanics in Defying Gravity didn't work a couple of performances ago!!! Everyone felt it was Rob playing tricks!!! I think so too xxxxx

[nostra101]

We saw Wicked on Wednesday, after his stroke but before he died....at the time we didn't know. The cast did brilliantly, but it was so emotional, we wondered why. Now knowing why I would like to say that they are true professionals and should be so proud of themselves for such carriage in a difficult time. We were sad to have missed Rob's performance, and his talent will live on the lives of those who he touched.

[jewelchic]

Wow!!! I can imagine! Rob was so fabulous in the role of the Wizard. Thanks xxxxxx

[crayonpainting]

ahh i saw wicked a few months back and my family and i adore rob guest...what a sad loss :( he was and will always be amazing, RIP <3

[jewelchic]

Thanks Sophie xxxxxxxxxx

[tjSeven]

Unfortunately I saw Wicked two performances after his last. The show was great but there was an air of sadness. Sympathies to the family and cast.

[jewelchic]

I can imagine the air would have been charged with emotion xxxxxx

[hypnotisedbabe]

R.I.P. I'm so glad that I was fortunate enough to see him in Wicked. A outstanding performer, and a lovely man. I wish his family all the best.

[jewelchic]

Thanks Michelle xxxxxx

[palmheights]

Dear Kellie and family. So very, very sorry and shocked to hear of Rob's passing. Carolyn and I meet you both after a show that you both performed in at the Hastings Opera House in NZ last year. We were so privileged to have shared that moment with you and Rob. We still have the program that you both signed for us. I will treasure the memories of the fantastic star that he was. Take care and love to you all at this sad time. Pete H - Napier, NZ

[jewelchic]

What lovely memories Pete xxx

[jojop72]

to Kellie and family

so sorry to hear of your loss

rob will be sadly missed

he was always so nice to me alway had time to stop and have a chat

rob you will be sadly missed and your will always be in my prayer and heart

rob was a sweet, wonderful man

my you rest in peace rov

love from Joann

jojo

a big fan of rob and wicked

[jewelchic]

Thanks so much Joann xxx

[bluebell77]

Hey again Megan, did you see in the Age today in a small article regardig a public memorial next week for Rob they mentioned fans paying tribute on youtube, made me think of you :) Good job with this video, its so nice to be able to share stories/thoughts during this awful time..so healing in a way if that makes sense? anyway just wanted to say good job! :)Light and love xx

[jewelchic]

Hey thanks for sending me the link-i had not seen that. xxx

[atarabelle]

He was such a nice guy. when i went to see wicked after the show he was friendly and i had a photo with him he gave me his autograph he was such a nice guy rip everyone deserves the chance to fly

[jewelchic]

Thanks Atara- beautiful message xxxxxxx

[XxfishiexX]

brilliant performer, rest in peace.

[jewelchic]

Thanks Samm xxx

[jewelchic]

Thank-you Alex-i love that your grandpa has instilled that in you. Beautiful message xxxxxxx

[itsageoffrushthing]

R.I.P. What an amazing performer.

[jewelchic]

xxx

[emzyg93]

Thanks jewelchic. I bawled all day on thursday on my last day in victoria. Thanks for organising this. Such a great idea to spread the word about Rob.xx

[jewelchic]

I am happy to be able to do it-thanks xxxxxxxx

[callywally111]

Only two months ago did I give mr. Guest a high five. I am a 14-year-old musical lover and it is quite admorable that if someone in musical theatre passes away, whomever they were, whatever they did, everybody would miss them. I find it quite upsetting that he passed away, but it has taught me a lesson to cherish each moment with everyone you meet in musical theatre..even if they are a complete stranger. Rob Guest is such an impact in the history of australian musical theatre.

[jewelchic]

I LOVE your story-thanks for sharing it with us!!! xxxxxxxx

[ruantengyi]

i was very shocked to find that an unexpected stroke caused Rob guest to die. Unbelievable! I was very expected to see WICKED on Broadway. RIP Mr. Guest!

ALos, thank you Jewelchic for us paying a tribute for Mr Gurst.

[jewelchic]

A pleasure Daz-thanks xxx

[ruantengyi]

No worries, Megan!

you know, The best thing that i like about Youtube is like you can feel free to discuss anything you like about what's happening at this moment and also you can give your own opinions.

I like the way you presented about your sympathy of Guest's death. Maybe I should do one too! too bad i don't have a video camera.

[oceanglare]

You know, you go out and see these people every night, singing and dancing and looking so alive--you never think that you could come back the next day and they'll be gone. It just reminds you how out of control everything really is; how unfair, too.

[oceanglare]

To all those who knew--know--him: take pride in that. Be proud that you DID know him and love him. Because I look at the comments, I read what real people are thinking and saying, and I see the way he has affected so many lives so greatly. Isn't it lucky that you were there to experience him first-hand, his beautiful light, his charm, his wit, his joy, his sorrow, his passion? Isn't it lucky that you touched him, held him, looked him in the eyes, sang with him, to him?

Isn't it lucky?

[jewelchic]

Thanks for your lovely comment xxxxxx

[emzyg93]

Hi.I was priveliged enough to work with Rob in the Sound of Music in Brisbane in 2000 when i played Marta Vin Trapp. I saw WICKED on the sunday, his last performance. I waited outside the stage door but it took too long so we left figuring i would see him some other time. Well thats not how it turned out and now that is the biggest mistake i ever made in my life. If you see Kellie Dickerson please tell her that Emily Ginnivan sends her best wishes and that i will miss rob so much. Love Emily xxx

[jewelchic]

Emily- i PROMISE the family will see all these messages. I was so sad to hear that story you told-what an absolute shame. However- how lucky you were to be in Sound of Music with him-that would have been an awesome experience xxxxxxx

[sassy999877]

Omz!! this guy was legend.. i was moved to hear he died.. great performer i feel for his family and wicked cast i am so sad

[jewelchic]

Thank-you Katherine xxxxxx

[luvWickedTealIdina]

Cont...

hopefully he's in a better place. He however will always be remembered!!! Now when I think of the wizard I'm going to think Rob Guest!

For the family, I give you my condolences I'm so in shook that something like this happened and I hope that you all are handling it ina semi okay way, the best of wishes for all of you<3 <3Sam

[jewelchic]

xxx

[luvWickedTealIdina]

that is so awful :( He seems like such a nice guy! I saw the video where he was talking about how Glinda was his daughter in one play and then love interest in another and someone cut in and said they were like the girls sister and you guys were like so that would make you, he seemed like an amazing man and that's sad that he passed away,

[jewelchic]

Thanks Samantha xxxxxxx

[WickedofEden]

Thanks Megan, I'm still in shock, he was a wonderful talented man and a great mentor and made some great friendships in the cast of Wicked he will be greatly missed.

I had the pleasure of first seeing him in Phantom and now in Wicked, he was wonderful in both.

My heart goes out to Kellie Dickerson and his family, and of course his Wicked family, stay strong.

[jewelchic]

Absolutely xxxxx

[axeaus91]

Condolences to Rob's family, friends and the cast of Wicked.

He was an amazing performer and person, and will never be forgotten.

Kaye.

[jewelchic]

Thanks Kaye xxxxxx

[Rujokiwa]

I saw Rob in both Les Miserables and in Jolsen during their Brisbane seasons. He was marvelous in both shows.

He'll be greatly missed.

Thanks for setting this up for us.

- Russell

[jewelchic]

Thanks Russell xxxxx

[somethingevilthisway]

I saw Rob in Phantom of the Opera a while back, magnificent performance.

[jewelchic]

xxx

[jandoll]

Thanks for your wonderful videos. One of entertainment's true gentleman has left us. I was lucky enough to see Rob in "Les Miserables" in New Zealand. Brilliant. One of my musical theatre highlights.

To the "Wicked" cast know that Rob will be watching over you. Remember the good times. To Rob's family and friends - my thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. Take comfort in the joy he brought to so many people through his performing.

E haere rā Rob from your devoted NZ fan

[jewelchic]

Thank YOU for your beautiful message xxxxxx

[sy3141]

Such a great performer and a wonderful career-he had giving so generously to so many audiences and colleagues. We were so lucky to see him in his final role in Wicked.

[jewelchic]

Catherine-i am sooo glad you saw him too. Beautiful comment xxxxxxx

[thebeast1111]

I just wanted to send my best to the family of Rob Guest and also the cast of wicked he was an amazing man and performer and will be very missed

[jewelchic]

Thank-you xxx

[pat1779]

A real theatre legend. i remember seeing him in wicked and my family gave him a huge applause as soon as he entered. R.I.P Rob Guest.

[jewelchic]

That's so lovely!!! xxxxxxx

[xXxGaahinaxXx]

Poor Rob Guest..... I'm Glad i got the chance to see him live before he died.......

[jewelchic]

Thanks Debbie xxxxx

[xXxGaahinaxXx]

No problem :(

[iheartwicked91]

=[ this is truely sad. i hope his family and friends are holding on tight. hes like "no wizard that there is or was" hes a great person and he'll be deeply missed.