Russ began her career as a child actress, gaining prominence as Tiger, the youngest member of the gang in
Here Come the Double Deckers!. Following the series, she appeared in television productions including
ITC Entertainment series such as
The Adventurer (1972) and
The Protectors (1973). Her film appearances include
Go for a Take (1973), in which she reprised her role as Tiger, and the
Children's Film Foundation production
The Flying Sorcerer (1974). Russ's acting career was brief, largely confined to the early 1970s. ==Broadcasting career==