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Betty Bobbitt, born (7 February 1939- 30 November 2020), in Manhattan, New York City, was an American actress and singer based in Australia. Bobbitt also appeared in the Australian film Crocodile Dundee.

However, Bobbitt became best known for her portrayal of lesbian character Judy Bryant in the popular Australian television series, Prisoner. She first appeared in the series in February 1980. Her character was intended for a short-term appearance, but she became immensely popular, and was retained in the series. Bobbitt continued in the role until May 1985, making her one of the show's longest serving characters.

Bobbitt also performed with fellow Prisoner cast members Colette Mann and Jane Clifton in a three-woman troupe named The Mini Busettes in the 1980s. They performed around Australia in RSL clubs.

Betty retired from acting in 2010 and opened a store in Sydney.

Bobbitt in 2019 made a special appearance on Neighbours in a bookclub scene between Jackie Woodburne, Jane Clifton, Jentah Sobott, Colette Mann and Jenny Lovell.

Sadly in November of 2020 Betty Bobbitt suffered from a massive stroke and was not expected to recover, Betty passed away 5 days later in the hospital, this was announced on her fan Facebook page by her eldest son Chris. Betty was 81.

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