Australian movie stars born in 1950
Here are 14 famous actors from Australia were born in 1950:
Steve Bisley
Steve Bisley (December 26, 1950 Lake Munmorah-) also known as Stephen Bisley is an Australian actor. He has six children, Scarlett Bisley, Jasper Bisley, Jesse Bisley, Paris Bisley, Indiana Bisley and Amber Forrest-Bisley.
Bisley is best known for his performance as Jim Goose in the 1979 Mad Max film, as well as his role as Detective Sergeant Jack Christey in the police drama series, Water Rats. He also appeared in other Australian films such as Summer City, Squizzy Taylor, and The Big Steal. Bisley has won various awards for his acting career, including an Australian Film Institute Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role for the film, The Big Steal. In addition to acting, he has also worked as a writer and director, and has even published a memoir entitled "Stillways: A Memoir" in 2014. Bisley is also an advocate for road safety and in 2016, he released a road safety campaign entitled "If it's flooded, forget it" in partnership with NRMA Insurance.
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Gary Foley
Gary Foley (May 11, 1950 Grafton-) also known as Gary Edward Foley or Dr Gary Foley is an Australian actor and writer.
However, he is best known for his activism and advocacy for Aboriginal rights and social justice. Foley is a prominent figure in the indigenous community and has played a significant role in the Australian Black Power movement since the 1970s. He was a founding member of the Aboriginal Tent Embassy, which was established in 1972 as a protest against the government's refusal to recognize Aboriginal land rights. Foley has been involved in various campaigns and initiatives advocating for indigenous people's self-determination, land rights, and cultural preservation. In addition to his activism work, Foley has also been an academic and lecturer, teaching indigenous studies at Melbourne's Victoria University and other universities in Australia. He was awarded an Order of Australia Medal (OAM) in 1983 for his service to the indigenous community.
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Christopher Milne
Christopher Milne (May 24, 1950 Australia-) otherwise known as Chris Milne is an Australian actor and writer.
He is best known for being the inspiration behind the character of Christopher Robin in his father, A.A Milne's, beloved Winnie-the-Pooh stories. Milne wrote several books about his experience growing up with his famous father and the impact that the Winnie-the-Pooh stories had on his life. He has also worked as a theatre director and scriptwriter in Australia and the United Kingdom. In addition to his creative work, Milne has been a prominent advocate for animal rights and environmental conservation.
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Robert Grubb
Robert Grubb (January 31, 1950 Hobart-) is an Australian actor. He has two children, Hayden Grubb and Emerson Grubb.
Grubb graduated from the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) in 1976 and soon became known for his appearances in Australian television dramas such as "Against the Wind," "The Young Doctors," and "All the Rivers Run." He gained international recognition for his role in the 1980s miniseries "The Thorn Birds" and later appeared in the film "Gallipoli" (1981), directed by Peter Weir. Grubb has also had a successful stage career and has worked with major theatre companies such as the Sydney Theatre Company and Melbourne Theatre Company. In recent years, he has appeared in several Australian TV series including "Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries" and "Wentworth."
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Richard Norton
Richard Norton (January 6, 1950 Australia-) a.k.a. King Richard or Richard the Lionhearted is an Australian actor, martial artist, stunt performer and film producer.
He began learning martial arts at the age of 12 and earned a black belt in karate by the time he was 18. Norton then went on to become a nine-time martial arts world champion in various disciplines. He made his acting debut in the 1980 film "The Octagon" alongside Chuck Norris and went on to appear in numerous action films throughout the 1980s and 1990s, often performing his own stunts. In addition to his acting career, Norton has also worked as a fight choreographer and stunt coordinator. He has produced several films, including "Rage and Honor" and "Under the Gun." Norton is considered one of Australia's most influential martial artists and has been inducted into the Martial Arts Hall of Fame.
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Christian Manon
Christian Manon (January 5, 1950 France-) is an Australian actor.
He began his acting career in the early 1990s and has appeared in many television shows and movies such as "Heartbreak High," "All Saints," "East West 101," and "Mad Max: Fury Road." Manon is also a trained opera singer and has performed with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra. In addition to his acting career, he has also worked as a drama teacher and director, helping to mentor many aspiring actors in Australia. Manon has received critical acclaim for his performances, including an AACTA Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role in "The Home Song Stories."
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Patrick Ward
Patrick Ward (January 4, 1950 Sydney-) is an Australian actor.
He began his acting career in the early 1970s, appearing in various theater productions in Sydney. In 1980, he made his feature film debut in the Australian drama "Grendel Grendel Grendel". He then went on to have small roles in several television series, including "A Country Practice" and "Police Rescue".
Ward's breakthrough role came in 1998, when he was cast as Bob Hatfield in the hit Australian TV series "All Saints". He played the role for six years, earning critical acclaim and popularity among fans of the show. Following his departure from "All Saints" in 2004, Ward continued to work in television, appearing in guest roles on shows such as "McLeod's Daughters" and "Underbelly".
In addition to his acting career, Ward is also a prominent voice actor, having lent his voice to various animated television series, including "Blinky Bill" and "The Magic Pudding". He has also worked as a writer and director on several projects.
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Esben Storm
Esben Storm (May 26, 1950 Denmark-March 28, 2011 Sydney) a.k.a. Mort S. Seben was an Australian actor, screenwriter, film director, television producer, film producer, film editor and television director.
Esben Storm was born in Denmark in 1950 but later migrated to Australia. In the late 1970s, he became a regular on the Australian television series, "The Sullivans," where he played the role of a German soldier named Max Heiss. He worked on many other Australian television shows and films, including "The Young Doctors," "Prisoner," "Blue Heelers," "All Saints," and "SeaChange."
In addition to his acting career, Storm was also a successful screenwriter, film director, television producer, film producer, and film editor. He wrote the screenplay for the cult classic Australian film, "Dead Calm," which starred Nicole Kidman and Sam Neill. He also directed several episodes of the television series, "McLeod's Daughters."
Despite his success in the entertainment industry, Esben Storm remained humble and dedicated to his craft. He passed away in Sydney in 2011 at the age of 60.
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Phillip Noyce
Phillip Noyce (April 29, 1950 Griffith-) also known as Phil Noyce or Philip Noyce is an Australian screenwriter, film director, film producer, cinematographer, film editor, television producer, actor and television director. He has three children, Lucia Noyce, Ayanda Noyce and Luvuyo Noyce.
Noyce started his career in the film industry as a documentary film director in the 1970s. He then transitioned to feature films with the thriller "Dead Calm" in 1989, which starred Sam Neill and Nicole Kidman. Noyce went on to direct several successful Hollywood films, including "Patriot Games" (1992) and "Clear and Present Danger" (1994), both based on the novels by Tom Clancy.
In the 2000s, Noyce shifted his focus towards socially conscious and politically driven films such as "Rabbit-Proof Fence" (2002) and "Catch a Fire" (2006). He has also directed episodes of popular television shows such as "Revenge" and "Brothers & Sisters".
Noyce has received numerous awards and nominations for his work, including four AACTA Awards (formerly known as the Australian Film Institute Awards) and a nomination for the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival for his film "The Quiet American" (2002). He was appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia in 2006 for his services to the Australian film industry.
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Nick Enright
Nick Enright (December 22, 1950 Maitland-March 20, 2003 Sydney) a.k.a. Nicholas Enright or Nicholas Paul Enright was an Australian writer, screenwriter, playwright and actor.
Born in Maitland, New South Wales, Enright grew up in a large Catholic family and attended St Joseph's Convent in Lochinvar. He later studied at the University of New England and the University of New South Wales. In the early 1970s, he became involved in the theatre scene in Sydney and co-founded the theatre group, the Australian Performing Group.
Enright was a prolific writer, penning numerous plays, screenplays and children's books. Some of his most famous works include the plays "Cloudstreet" and "Blackrock", as well as the screenplay for the film "Lorenzo's Oil". He won numerous awards throughout his career, including several Australian Writers' Guild Awards and a Helpmann Award.
Aside from writing, Enright was also an accomplished actor, appearing in films such as "The Piano" and "Proof". He also taught theatre at various institutions, including the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) in Sydney.
Enright was openly gay and a strong advocate for LGBTQ+ rights. He passed away in 2003 at the age of 52 after a battle with melanoma.
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Nicholas Hammond
Nicholas Hammond (May 15, 1950 Washington, D.C.-) a.k.a. Nick Hammond, Nicky or Nick Nicholas Hammond is an Australian actor.
He rose to fame for his role as Friedrich von Trapp in the 1965 film, The Sound of Music. Hammond has also appeared in several other films and TV shows such as Lord of the Flies, Crocodile Dundee in Los Angeles, and The Brady Bunch Movie. In addition to acting, Hammond is also a writer and producer. He has written for several publications, including The New York Times and Huffington Post. Hammond has also produced several documentaries and TV shows, including the popular Australian TV series, Home and Away.
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Joe Bugner
Joe Bugner (March 13, 1950 Szőreg-) otherwise known as József Kreul Bugner, József Kreul "Joe" Bugner, Aussie Joe, The Greek God or Joseph Bugner is an Australian professional boxer and actor. He has one child, J.A. Bugner.
Born in Hungary, Bugner and his family escaped communism to settle in the United Kingdom when he was just 9 years old. He later moved to Australia, where he began his boxing career and quickly became a national sensation. Throughout his career, he fought some of the biggest names in heavyweight boxing, including Muhammad Ali, Joe Frazier, and Ron Lyle. Even though he lost those fights, he remained a respected contender in the sport, retiring with a record of 69 wins, 13 losses, and one draw. In addition to his successful boxing career, Bugner has also appeared in several films and TV shows, including "The Man from Hong Kong" and "Highlander: The Series." He currently resides in the United Kingdom with his family.
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Nick Jameson
Nick Jameson (July 10, 1950 Philadelphia-) also known as Nick Jamieson or Nick Jamison is an Australian musician, voice actor, actor, composer, songwriter and record producer.
Jameson grew up in both New York City and Honolulu, Hawaii, and began his career in music as a member of the rock band Foghat. He went on to work as a songwriter and producer for a variety of artists, including Stevie Nicks and Johnny Cash.
In addition to his work in music, Jameson is also an accomplished voice actor, having lent his voice to numerous animated series and video games. Some of his most notable voice roles include Dr. Claw in the original "Inspector Gadget" series and several characters in the "Metal Gear Solid" video game franchise.
Jameson has also appeared in a number of films and television shows, including "Lost" and "The West Wing." He continues to work in the entertainment industry as both a musician and a voice actor.
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Chris Bailey
Chris Bailey (May 31, 1950 Keith-April 4, 2013 Adelaide) also known as Christopher Mark Bailey was an Australian singer, guitarist, musician and actor. He had one child, Ollie Bailey.
Chris Bailey is best known as the founding member and lead vocalist of the iconic Australian punk rock band The Saints. The band was formed in 1974 and is known for their hit single "I'm Stranded," which is often cited as one of the first punk rock singles. The band has gone through various lineup changes over the years but Bailey remained a constant presence and continued to release music under The Saints name until his passing in 2013.
Aside from his work with The Saints, Bailey also pursued solo projects, releasing several albums throughout his career. He was also involved in acting, appearing in a number of Australian television shows and films.
Throughout his career, Bailey was known for his distinctive voice and outspoken personality, often commenting on social and political issues in his music. He was a pioneer of the Australian punk rock scene and is remembered as one of its most important figures.
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