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Deborah Mailman - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 14, 1972 |
|---|---|
| Age | 53 |
| Birthplace | Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Deborah Mailman's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Lead roles in TV series such as 'The Secret Life of Us,' 'Offspring,' and 'Total Control,' as well as films like 'The Sapphires' and 'Radiance.' |
Intro
Deborah Mailman is an acclaimed Australian actress of Aboriginal and Māori descent, best known for her roles in film and television including 'The Sapphires,' 'Offspring,' and 'Total Control.' She has received multiple awards for her contributions to the Australian entertainment industry.
Early Life & Background
Deborah Mailman was born and raised in Mount Isa, Queensland. She is a proud descendant of the Bidjara people. Mailman attended Queensland University of Technology, where she studied performing arts.
Career Highlights
- Won the Australian Film Institute Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role for 'Radiance' (1998)
- Starred as Kelly Lewis in 'The Secret Life of Us' (2001–2005)
- Featured as Gail McCrae in 'The Sapphires' (2012)
- Appeared as Cherie Butterfield in 'Offspring' (2010–2017)
- Lead role as Alex Irving in 'Total Control' (2019–present)
- First Aboriginal woman to win the Australian Film Institute Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role
Trivia
- Mailman was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in 2017 for significant service to the performing arts and as a role model for Indigenous performers.
- She is also known as a strong advocate for Indigenous representation in Australian media.
FAQs
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How old is Deborah Mailman?
Deborah Mailman is 53 years old.
When was Deborah Mailman born?
Deborah Mailman was born the 14 July 1972.
Where is Deborah Mailman from?
Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia.
On Her Birth-Day
About July 14th, 1972, in brief:
- Historical events: On July 14, 1972, astronomer Lyudmila Zhuravleva discovered asteroid 2423 Ibarruri at the Crimean Astrophysical Observatory. This Mars-crossing asteroid has an eccentric orbit and is approximately 5 kilometers in diameter.
- Day of the week: July 14th, 1972 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Lean On Me by Bill Withers
- #1 UK song: Puppy Love by Donny Osmond
- Popular movie: The Godfather directed by Francis Ford Coppola
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