Jools Topp
Born: 1958-05-14 in Huntly, New Zealand
Died: 2026-05-23
Known For: Acting
Biography
Dame Julie Bethridge Topp DNZM (14 May 1958 – 23 May 2026) was a New Zealand entertainer. She was one half of the Topp Twins, a music comedy duo; the other member was her twin sister Lynda Topp. With her sister, she became one of New Zealand's best-known entertainers through live performances, television and film over several decades. They combined country and folk music, comedy, and political activism, and performed as original characters including Ken & Ken and Camp Mother and Camp Leader. The sisters were both appointed Dames Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit in the 2018 Queen's Birthday Honours.
Filmography
2025
2022
2018
- Anika Moa Unleashed as Self
2016
- Poi E: The Story of Our Song as Self
2009
- The Topp Twins: Untouchable Girls as Herself
1996
- The Topp Twins as Self/Various
1986
- The Topp Twins TV Special as Self