A legendary Aussie actor who appeared in roles opposite the likes of Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman has died at age 65.

Aussie actor David Argue, best known for his roles in iconic Aussie films Gallipoli, BMX Bandits and Razorback, has died at age 65.

The Melbourne-born star passed away on Wednesday following a battle with cancer.

Throughout a glittering four decade career, Argue built up an impressive CV as a character actor on stage and screen and rubbed shoulders with some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry.

The veteran actor’s big screen debut came in the 1981 blockbuster Gallipoli as the young digger Snowy

Argue opposite Nicole Kidman in BMX Bandits. Picture: AACTA.

Argue memorably played the hapless criminal Whitey in the 1983 cult film BMX Bandits alongside future superstar Nicole Kidman.

He would go on to pick up an AACTA Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for the performance, and also scored another nomination for his role in the film Going Down.

In 1995, Argue appeared in the miniseries Correlli alongside future husband and wife Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness.

The Victorian Actors Benevolent Trust led the tributes to Argue on social media, describing him as a “remarkably talented and much-loved actor”.

Argue (left) in 1981’s Gallipoli. Picture: Paramount.

“He had the rare gift of making any character he played utterly unique and totally believable,” the organisation said in a statement.

“In recent years, as David’s health declined, the VABT was able to provide much-needed assistance and emotional support.

“In return, David had no hesitation in championing our work, most recently with a deeply personal and humorous reflection at our Trivia Fundraiser.

“We have lost a formidable talent and a dear friend.”