Belinda Bromilow is an Australian actress. She is known for her roles in the Nine Network series, Doctor Doctor (2016–21), and the Hulu/Disney+ series, The Great (2020–23).
Belinda Bromilow | |
|---|---|
| Born | |
| Alma mater | Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2001–present |
| Spouse | Tony McNamara (m.2009) |
| Children | 2 |
Education edit
Bromilow studied acting at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts.[1]
Career edit
Bromilow has appeared in a number of Australian television series, including Mcleod's Daughters, Packed to the Rafters, and Rake. She played Jonquil Payne as a series regular on Spirited from 2010 to 2011. In 2016 Bromilow joined the main cast of Doctor Doctor as Betty Bell. She appeared in every episode of the series. In film, Bromilow has had roles in The Rage in Placid Lake and Not Suitable for Children.[citation needed]
Bromilow gained greater recognition outside of Australia through her role as Aunt Elizabeth in the Hulu/Disney+ series The Great. She unsuccessfully auditioned for a part in the 2008 Sydney Theatre Company production of the original play upon which the series is based.[2]
Personal life edit
She married Australian director, playwright and screenwriter, Tony McNamara,[3] in 2009.[4] Together they have two children.[2] Bromilow is a stepmother to McNamara's daughter from a previous marriage. She was diagnosed with bowel cancer ten weeks after her son was born.[1]
In 2019, Bromilow auctioned a pair of earrings she wore to the 91st Academy Awards valued at $8,950. The earrings were designed by her friend, jewellery designer, Nicole Winkler. All proceeds from the auction were donated to the Australian organisation, Mummy's Wish, helping families of women diagnosed with cancer.[1][5]
Filmography edit
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | All Saints | Fiona Bannock | Episode: "Behind Closed Doors" |
| 2002 | Sway | Bel | |
| 2003 | The Rage in Placid Lake | Nurse Doreen | |
| 2003 | McLeod's Daughters | Ashley Redstaff | Episode: "The Ties That Bind" |
| 2003 | MDA | Sally Delaney | Episode: "Without Prejudice" |
| 2006 | Define Success | Angela Taylor | Short Film |
| 2006 | Happy Feet | Live Action Cast | |
| 2007 | Talk To Me | Nicole | Recurring: 4 Episodes |
| 2009–2010 | Packed to the Rafters | Libby Sanders | Recurring: 7 Episodes |
| 2010–2011 | Spirited | Jonquil Payne | Main Role: 18 Episodes |
| 2012 | Not Suitable For Children | Claire | |
| 2013 | Mr & Mrs Murder | Cate McVeigh | Episode: "Early Checkout" |
| 2013 | Felony | Accident Site Cop | |
| 2016–2021 | Doctor Doctor | Betty Bell | Main Role: 48 Episodes |
| 2018 | Rake | Patrice Devine | Episode: "Gold and Greene v Red" |
| 2020–2023 | The Great | Aunt Elizabeth | Main Role: 30 Episodes |
References edit
- ^ a b c "Doctor Doctor's Belinda Bromilow Donates Oscars Earrings To Charity". SheSociety. 13 March 2019. Retrieved 26 April 2020.
- ^ a b Moran, Robert (6 May 2020). "Belinda Bromilow's second stab at the story of Catherine the Great". The Sydney Morning Herald. Retrieved 3 October 2021.
- ^ "Australian actress Oscars red carpet moment has a special meaning". Nine.com.au. 24 February 2019. Retrieved 3 April 2019.
- ^ Rocca, Jane (21 May 2023). "The Great's Belinda Bromilow on fighting cancer twice". The Sydney Morning Herald. Retrieved 10 January 2024.
- ^ "BELINDA BROMILOW OSCARS EARRINGS PROVIDE GLIMMER OF HOPE FOR MUMS WITH CANCER | CLPR". clpr.com.au. Retrieved 26 April 2020.
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