Introduction
Rebecca Gibney is a renowned Australian actress who has made a name for herself in the entertainment industry. She has been in the industry for over three decades and has starred in numerous TV series and movies. In this blog post, we will delve into her biography, TV series, movies, children, and more.
Biography
Early Life
Rebecca Gibney was born on December 14, 1964, in Levin, New Zealand. She was raised in Wellington, New Zealand, and attended the New Zealand Drama School. She later moved to Australia to pursue her acting career.
Career
Rebecca Gibney’s acting career began in 1983 when she appeared in the New Zealand TV series, “Sea Urchins.” She then moved to Australia and landed her breakthrough role in the TV series “The Flying Doctors” in 1986. She has since starred in numerous TV series, including “Halifax f.p.,” “Wanted,” and “Winter.” Gibney has also starred in movies such as “Salem’s Lot,” “Daybreakers,” and “The Dressmaker.”
TV Series
Wanted
Rebecca Gibney starred in the Australian TV series “Wanted” from 2016 to 2018. The show follows two strangers who are forced to go on the run together after being falsely accused of murder. Gibney played the role of Lola Buckley, a tough and experienced detective who is tasked with finding the two fugitives.
Under the Vines
In 2021, Rebecca Gibney starred in the New Zealand TV series “Under the Vines.” The show follows a family who inherits a vineyard in New Zealand and decides to move there from Sydney. Gibney played the role of Olivia, the matriarch of the family who is struggling to keep the vineyard afloat.
Movies
The Dressmaker
Rebecca Gibney starred in the 2015 movie “The Dressmaker” alongside Kate Winslet and Liam Hemsworth. The movie is set in a small Australian town in the 1950s and follows a woman who returns to her hometown to seek revenge on those who wronged her in the past. Gibney played the role of Sergeant Farrat, a cross-dressing police officer.
Daybreakers
In 2009, Rebecca Gibney starred in the sci-fi movie “Daybreakers” alongside Ethan Hawke and Willem Dafoe. The movie is set in the year 2019, where a plague has transformed most of the world’s population into vampires. Gibney played the role of Audrey Bennett, a human survivor who is trying to find a cure for the vampire plague.
Children
Family
Rebecca Gibney has two children, a son named Zachary Edison Bell and a daughter named Anouk Elizabeth Bell. She had Zachary with her former partner, Richard Bell, and Anouk with her husband, Richard Roxburgh.
Charity Work
Rebecca Gibney is a patron of the Make-A-Wish Foundation and is actively involved in fundraising for the organization. She has also been involved in various other charitable causes, including breast cancer awareness and mental health awareness.
Conclusion
Rebecca Gibney is a talented actress who has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry. She has starred in numerous TV series and movies and has won several awards for her performances. Her dedication to her craft and her charitable work make her a role model for aspiring actors and actresses.
