Paul Paddick facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Paul Paddick
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Paul Paddick as Captain Feathersword of The Wiggles, 2007
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| Birth name | Paul Andrew Paddick |
| Also known as | Paddy |
| Born | 16 February 1967 Adelaide, South Australia, Australia |
| Genres | Children's music |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, actor, dancer |
| Instruments | Vocals, bass |
| Years active | 1992–present |
| Associated acts | The Wiggles |
Paul Andrew Paddick (born 16 February 1967) is an Australian singer and actor. He is famous for playing Captain Feathersword, the friendly pirate, with the children's band the Wiggles. Many people even call him "the fifth Wiggle" because he is such an important part of the group.
Becoming Captain Feathersword
Paul Paddick studied music at the University of Adelaide. He also learned acting at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA). Interestingly, he studied there at the same time as famous actor Hugh Jackman! Paul always enjoyed playing funny characters more than the main heroes. He liked making people laugh and having fun on stage.
Before joining The Wiggles, Paul performed in many big shows. He was in musicals like West Side Story.
Joining The Wiggles Family
Paul met Anthony Field, one of the original members of the Wiggles, in 1993. Anthony needed a break for surgery. He asked Paul to fill in for him for a few weeks.
During that time, Paul played many different characters. He stepped in for Anthony as the Blue Wiggle. He also played Wags the Dog and Captain Feathersword. He even played Dorothy the Dinosaur, who was usually played by Murray Cook.
What started as a five-week job turned into a full-time role! Since 1995, Paul has been touring and performing with The Wiggles. He also appears in all their TV shows made in Australia.
Paul is so well-known with the band that he is often called "the Fifth Wiggle." This nickname shows how much he means to the group. He also helps voice Henry the Octopus, along with Jeff Fatt, the original Purple Wiggle.
Paul is known for his amazing voice impressions during Wiggles concerts. He can sound like famous singers such as Mick Jagger and Cher. These impressions are often a highlight of The Wiggles' live shows. Anthony Field says that Paul is just as funny off stage as he is on stage!
Paul's Family Life
Paul Paddick married Charmaine Martin in 2004. Charmaine was also a dancer who toured with The Wiggles. She played characters like Pirate Charlie, Henry the Octopus, Wags the Dog, and Dorothy the Dinosaur.
Paul and Charmaine have two children together. Paul's nickname among his friends is "Paddy."
