Rubie's Official Teletubbies Deluxe Costume, Adult Fancy Dress

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This led to problems behind-the-scenes and original Tinky Winky actor Dave Thompson left after the first runs of episodes. And while four giant, multi-coloured creatures running around causing mischief may seem like the makings of a horror film for many, the Teletubbies have captured the hearts of kids across the UK.

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The big green guy, who had a pointy antenna on his head, was played by stand-up comedian John Simmit. Generations of toddlers have watched Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa and Po dance around the grassy Tubbyland being watched over by a Sun Baby. Rapper Lil Nas X has agreed to do a collaboration with the Tubby crew after they asked to feature on his next album and earlier this year they received their 'Noo-nson & Noo-nson' and 'AstraTubbica' vaccines at the Tubby Dome Clinic.

Teletubbies Dipsy Adult Fancy Dress Costume

If you're looking for a way to make sure that your next costume choice is cheery and bright, then you're in the right place! Our fully-licensed Teletubbies costumes were designed by our in-house designers. The Made By Us adult's Teletubbies costumes are created to last to make sure you can break out into Teletubby mode whenever you want! For more of the news you care about, straight to your inbox, sign up for one of our daily newsletters here. Dipsy is full of energy and loves to dance. When posing as Dipsy, consider sitting on your bottom with your legs out as that's how Dipsy often ended his dances. And, what do you know, Dipsy also loves big hugs. John once said he has never revealed on stage that he was the man behind the Dipsy costume, but he does tweet about his time on the show and replies to fans’ messages.

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While his triangle antenna and red handbag went down well with most viewers, there were some who started to question the character’s sexuality despite him being the age of a toddler. John has shared some behind-the-scenes secrets from his experience on the show, revealing that the sweet-looking creatures were actually rather unpleasant to be around because of how sweaty they got. It wasn't all sunshine and rainbows away from the cameras, as there was a controversial axing, a lesbian sex scene and a tragic death. We had to wear really ugly underwear like those old Western long johns, which was essentially a onesie, but it was so it could absorb the sweat," he said.Softly-spoken Po could be seen blowing bubbles using her circular shaped antenna and hurting around Tubbyland on her scooter. Speaking to BBC South East in 2017 about landing the role, Jess explained: "I was being weighed at the hospital. The largest and oldest Teletubby, purple-coloured Tinky Winky caused the most controversy over the years. The coolest of all the Teletubbies has to have been Dipsy, who walked round with that dapper top hat. The giant rabbits were renowned for mating so often that filming had to be stopped regularly to make scenes less X-Rated and one episode was banned for being too scary.

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Tinky Winky is the oldest and always gets to go first. He can have trouble making decisions because he's so thoughtful. Posing as Tinky Winky is easy. Use his signature move by creating a "t" with your arms then a "w" with your elbows bent. He often carries a red purse and loves big hugs!Actress and presenter Pui Fan Lee took on the role shortly after leaving drama school - and in one incredible picture was seen lying down fast asleep with the body of her Po costume still on. When we were out of costume, you’d have to turn your face the other way and speak to us at a distance because we were reeking and so sweaty you could wring us out. Huge props to our dressers for putting up with us!" While the official line was that he walked due to “creative differences”, it was claimed he was “asked to leave” after the first series because his “interpretation of the role was not acceptable”. Government scientists 'ready to respond' if there's another sea creature die-off on Yorkshire coast