Ray Von
Played by Neil Fitzmaurice, Ray is a former fairground gypsy and the club's general handyman and DJ. His name – possibly a stage name – is a play on the phrase "Rave On!". He is one of the 'backbone' characters within the club and something of a standout among the hangers-on with his hard work and common sense.
Ray first starred in series one after he helped keep the club open following a power cut by rigging the electrics up to a street lamp. He is recognisable by his 1980s clothing and mullet hairstyle, and noted for his habit of calling out "Shabba!" as a catchphrase when DJing – no matter how inappropriate this is to the song.
He was rumoured (falsely) to have spent time in prison for killing his girlfriend, Tracy Burns, which Brian Potter believed – even though it was totally out of character for Ray's easy-going, cool nature. Duped, Potter was fearful of Ray until, to his great relief, he met Tracy in person in the club.
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