For anyone interested in how Skippy was filmed, watch this black-and-white production footage that effectively show just how challenging it was to get a kangaroo to cooperate on set. Animal handler Scotty Denholm was clear that you couldn't train a kangaroo, as you could other animals. The crew frequently resorted to using kangaroo paws on sticks for close-ups when Skippy needed to open doors or put objects in her pouch. What would animal trainers for film and TV do differently in 2022? This sec

Skippy has become such a touchstone in Australian popular culture that it's open to all kinds of lighthearted parody. In this 1990 segment by the comedy team at Fast Forward (Series 3, Episode 13), a very 'stuffed' Skippy is seen performing voodoo rituals in Waratah National Park – without a permit! – and then has an exorcism performed on her which itself is a parody of a classic scene from The Exorcist (William Friedkin, USA, 1973). In its day, Fast Forward (1989–92) was Australia's highest-rat

Let's send off 2021 with a special compilation of clips from Skippy demonstrating the bush kangaroo's incredible skills, especially with her paws. Who knew a kangaroo could open doors, play musical instruments or untie knots? 🦘 🎉 Hop into the curated Skippy collection to explore more of our furry friend's adventures: https://www.nfsa.gov.au/collection/curated/skippy-bush-kangaroo-celebrating-hit-1960s-tv-show #Skippy #HappyNewYear #2021 | NFSA - National Film and Sound Archive of Australia

This Friday marks 53 years since Skippy first aired on Australian TV, so what better clip to share for today's Wonderful Wednesday than her epic drum solo. #NFSA50 #Skippy https://bit.ly/NFSA50 | NFSA - National Film and Sound Archive of Australia

1961 Skippy Peanut Butter | Historical Pictures

A toast to creamy, dreamy snacking made better with SKIPPY® Peanut Butter. Spread on the satisfaction. | SKIPPY Peanut Butter

PEANUT BUTTER RECALL: Skippy is recalling more than 9,000 cases of peanut butter that were shipped to 18 states over concerns some jars could contain fragments of stainless steel. | CBS Evening News