Australian movie stars died in 2011
Here are 2 famous actresses from Australia died in 2011:
Diane Cilento
Diane Cilento (October 5, 1933 Mooloolaba-October 6, 2011 Cairns) was an Australian actor and author. She had two children, Jason Connery and Giovanna Margaret Volpe.
Cilento made her stage debut in 1946 and performed in numerous productions in London's West End. She later transitioned to film and television roles and received critical acclaim for her performance in the 1961 film "The Spiral Staircase". Cilento was also nominated for an Academy Award for her supporting role in the 1963 film "Tom Jones". In addition to her acting career, she was a prolific writer and wrote several plays, novels, and memoirs. Cilento was also known for her activism and was involved in the women's liberation movement and environmental causes.
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Michele Fawdon
Michele Fawdon (December 15, 1947 Essex-May 23, 2011 Melbourne) also known as Michelle Fawdon was an Australian actor.
She appeared in several Australian television series and movies, including "Division 4", "Matlock Police", and "Homicide". Fawdon gained international recognition for her role in the 1974 film, "Stone". She received critical acclaim for her role in the 1983 film "Careful, He Might Hear You", which earned her an Australian Film Institute Award for Best Supporting Actress. Fawdon was a dedicated advocate for the arts and was a member of several theater organizations in Melbourne. Despite her success in the entertainment industry, Fawdon struggled with addiction and passed away in 2011 at the age of 63.
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