Sigrid Thornton
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Ladies and gentlemen…our next speaker is one of Australia’s leading and best loved actresses.
Starring in many of the films now regarded as classics of the Australian cinema. These range from the box office hit, The Man From Snowy River and its sequel, to The Lighthorseman and Slate, Wyn And Me.
Her stellar career continued when she took up leading role in Seachange, which became the Number One show on Australian TV.
She has been recognized for her achievements in many ways including the Favourite Actress and Favourite TV Star Awards in the People’s Choice Awards. She also received the TV Week Logie for Most Outstanding Actress in a Series.
Our guest has worked extensively behind the cameras on behalf of the film and television industry, the Arts and various charities including World Vision, the Royal Children’s Hospital, Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind and the Reach foundation among others.
She has also been one of the most important lobbyists for the Australian film and television industry, working to help sustain and develop the industry. She has served on the board of the Australian Film Institute, Film Victoria, the Commercial Television Production Fund and as the patron for Women in Film and Television.
Ladies and gentlemen…please welcome Sigrid Thornton.
