Officer Beaples

Officer Beaples is a unique and charming supporting character in The Wiggles franchise. Known for their role as a non-verbal, dancing road safety officer, Officer Beaples has become a beloved figure among fans for their dedication to keeping Wiggle Town safe and their whimsical, silent communication style.

Names	Officer Beaples, Beeples, Policeperson
Gender	Female ♀ (1996-2019) Non-binary (2020-2023)
Race	Human
Occupation	Police Officer
Origin	Wiggledance! Live in Concert (June 10, 1997)
Alignment	Good
Age	Varies
Created By	The Wiggles
Height	Varies
Weight	Varies

Personality

Officer Beaples is a dancing road safety officer, embodying a responsible yet playful spirit. They communicate through hand gestures and whistle blows, often adding an element of fun and creativity to their appearances. Their primary role involves teaching road safety and encouraging children to follow important safety rules.

Appearance

Officer Beaples is recognizable by their police uniform, which often includes bright and colorful details to appeal to young audiences. Occasionally, they have been seen sporting a moustache, adding a humorous twist to their appearance.

Biography

Officer Beaples debuted in 1996 in the Wiggledance! video, originally credited as "Policeperson." They were later officially named "Officer Beaples" during the first TV series (The Wiggles). Officer Beaples has appeared in various Wiggles videos, concerts, and TV shows over the years, playing a vital role in ensuring the safety and joy of the Wiggle Town community.

Initially believed to be female, due to lines such as "We'll all be waving to her too" in the song Let's Go (We're Riding In The Big Red Car) and the portrayal by female performers, Officer Beaples was later confirmed to be non-binary. This was hinted at during The Original Wiggles Reunion Show for Bushfire Relief, where Anthony referred to them using they/them pronouns, and officially confirmed with the announcement of Fruit Salad TV.

Officer Beaples remains a unique and memorable part of The Wiggles’ universe, offering a creative way to teach safety and engage young audiences through humor, movement, and silent communication. Their non-binary identity reflects The Wiggles’ commitment to inclusivity and representation, making Officer Beaples a groundbreaking and cherished character in children’s entertainment.

Trivia

• Officer Beaples communicates primarily through gestures and whistles, making them a non-verbal character. Their first speaking role was in The Wiggles Movie.
• They were more prominent in the franchise during the years 1998-2000.
• Officer Beaples' movements were inspired by the late silent film star Charlie Chaplin, adding a timeless and comedic element to their character.
• Their name has occasionally been spelled as "Officer Beeples" in some credits.
• They are one of the few Wiggles characters to have been portrayed by multiple performers, including female and non-binary actors.
• As of now, no performer is actively portraying Officer Beaples.