Australian movie stars born in 1936
Here are 7 famous actors from Australia were born in 1936:
Cliff Ellen
Cliff Ellen (March 22, 1936 Melbourne-) is an Australian actor.
He is best known for his work on the Australian soap opera "Sons and Daughters," where he played the character of David Palmer. Ellen has also appeared in other popular Australian TV shows like "Bluey" and "Homicide." In addition to his work on television, Ellen has also appeared in several films, including "Long Weekend" and "Midnite Spares." Ellen has had a long and successful career in Australian entertainment and remains a beloved figure in the industry. In 2019, he was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at the TV Week Logie Awards.
Peter Armstrong
Peter Armstrong (May 20, 1936 Melbourne-January 16, 2001 Australia) also known as Peter Armstrong Stunt Team was an Australian actor and stunt performer.
Throughout his career, Armstrong appeared in several popular Australian TV series and films, such as "Homicide," "Prisoner," and "The Sullivans." Besides his acting work, he also made a name for himself in the industry as an accomplished stunt coordinator, having worked on productions like "Mad Max" and "The Man from Snowy River." Armstrong's expertise in stunts was widely respected by his colleagues in the industry, and he was considered a pioneer in the field of aerial stunts. Despite his death in 2001, Armstrong's legacy in the Australian entertainment industry continues to be remembered and celebrated.
John Truscott
John Truscott (February 23, 1936 Melbourne-September 5, 1993 Melbourne) also known as John Edward Truscott was an Australian actor.
He was renowned for his performances in films like "The Wild Duck" (1957), "They're a Weird Mob" (1966), and "Ned Kelly" (1970). Truscott began his acting career at the age of 16 with the Melbourne Little Theatre and acted in several productions with them. He later went on to act in numerous plays at the Melbourne Theatre Company, The Australian Shakespeare Company, and The Ensemble Theatre in Sydney.
Truscott's talent was not limited to acting alone, he was also a gifted costume and set designer. He worked on several theater productions and films, designing sets and costumes that were critically acclaimed. Truscott was a multi-talented artist who made significant contributions to Australian theater and film.
In addition to his artistic endeavors, Truscott was also a philanthropist and an art collector. He donated a significant portion of his collection to the National Gallery of Victoria, and his contribution was critical in the establishment of the gallery's decorative arts collection. Truscott's achievements were acknowledged posthumously when he was inducted into the Australian Design Hall of Fame in 2007.
Grahame Pratt
Grahame Pratt (November 13, 1936 Australia-) is an Australian actor. His children are called Danielle Chambers and Justice Pratt.
Grahame Pratt began his acting career in the 1960s and quickly gained recognition for his talent. He is best known for his roles in several Australian TV series, including "Homicide", "Division 4", and "Matlock Police".
Pratt's acting career extends beyond television, as he has also appeared in several films, including "The Man from Hong Kong" and "Mad Dog Morgan". His notable performances have earned him critical acclaim, and he has been nominated for multiple awards throughout his career.
Besides his successful acting career, Grahame Pratt is also a loving father to his two children, Danielle Chambers and Justice Pratt. He continues to work in the entertainment industry and is considered one of Australia's most respected actors.
Jon Ewing
Jon Ewing (October 6, 1936 Sydney-) a.k.a. Jon Douglas Ewing is an Australian actor.
He is best known for his roles on Australian television shows such as "Homicide", "Matlock Police", and "The Sullivans". Ewing began his acting career in the 1960s and has appeared in numerous television series and films throughout his career. In addition to his acting, he also worked as a writer and director for the television shows "Division 4" and "Homicide". Ewing was awarded the Member of the Order of Australia in 2021 for his services to the performing arts as an actor and director.
John Michael
John Michael (November 15, 1936 Sydney-) is an Australian actor.
He is best known for his roles in the films "Mad Max," "The Road Warrior," and "Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome," where he played the character of Feral Kid. Michael began his acting career in the late 1950s and has appeared in numerous Australian television programs and films. He has also worked as a stuntman and has performed in a variety of live shows. In addition to his acting career, Michael is also an accomplished artist whose work has been exhibited in galleries around the world.
Alan Lander
Alan Lander (April 28, 1936 Cairns-August 19, 2013 Savannah) also known as Allan Lander was an Australian actor.
He was best known for his role as Bob Hatfield in the Australian soap opera "The Young Doctors". Lander began his acting career in the 1960s and appeared in various Australian TV shows and films throughout his career. In addition to his work in acting, he also worked as a casting director and drama teacher. In his later years, Lander lived in the United States and continued to act in American films and TV shows. He passed away in Savannah, Georgia in 2013 at the age of 77.