The first known Greeks arrived in 1829. She is an actress, known for Packed to the Rafters (2008), More Beautiful for Having Been Broken (2019) and Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales (2017). In 1901, the year of federation, the Australian census recorded 878 native Greeks that were born there (In Greece), now living in Australia. He was born to Bulgarian parents in Athens and moved to the United States as a child. They are inseparable since Kyrgios posed with his new romantic partner on December 30, 2021. Alexander is a graduate of Beverly Hills High School. Kelly Clarkson rose to fame in the early 2000s after winning the American Idol competition. Orpheus Island 4. Paul divorced his wife Noelene in 1986, later marrying his Dundee co-star Linda Kozlowski. Kylie has become one of the country's most successful music acts. I grew up in the inner-Melbourne suburb of Fitzroy in the 1960s and early 70s. He was previously married to Talisa Soto. Greek Australians are one of the largest groups within the global Greek diaspora. He has been in the news for his relationship with singer and songwriter, Miley Cyrus. [15], According to census data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics in 2016, 91.4% of Australians with Greek ancestry are Christian, mainly Eastern Orthodox, however minorities who belong to different Christian denominations like Catholics, Jehovah's Witnesses and Pentecostals also exist. Hes well-known for playing Wolverine in the X-Men franchise, but Hugh Jackman can do a lot more than sprout hair on his face. Olivia Newton-John 7. Both a high academic achiever and a creative and talented artist from a young age, Eleonora was often encouraged by those in academia to Actress | [3] The 2016 census also recorded 16,929 persons born in Cyprus and 28,991 persons of Cypriot ancestry (many of whom are Greek Cypriots ). Born in Australia (Perth), the actress has three children with husband Sacha Baron Cohen. She attained fame with the drama film,Elizabeth, in 1998. The flow of migrants from Greece increased slightly in 2015 due to the economic crisis in Greece,[2] with Australia as one of the main destinations for departing Greeks, mainly to Melbourne, where the Greek Australian community is most deeply established. Tell us what you think about this feature. Damien Fotiou is known for Kangaroo Jack (2003), Thunderstone (1999) and Blue Heelers (1994). [citation needed] One famous family of Greek Australians, the Paspaley family from the island of Kastellorizo, excelled in the Pearling industry and have stores across Australia with their main store in Darwin. In 2010, he starred in The Last Song with his ex-wife Miley Cyrus, and found a mass audience through his role as Gale Hawthorne in The Hunger Games. Best known as Patrick Jane from The Mentalist, Australian actor Simon Baker was an avid surfer in his younger days. He is an actor, known for Saw V (2008), Virtuosity (1995) and Saw VI (2009). Andonis Manolis' grave is in the old cemetery at Mittagong. He has appeared in films like The Hangover and Due Date. Additionally, SBS also airs Greek public broadcaster ERT's Eidiseis news program every morning as part of their WorldWatch programming block. After releasing her debut single Locomotion in 1987, Minogue went on to become one of Australias most successful music acts, recording hits such as I Should Be So Lucky, Better The Devil You Know and I Cant Get You Out Of My Head. Rose Byrne is one of the most popular actresses from Australia. The Londoner's 2018 album Golden was the singers 14th. Her film credits include My Best Friends Wedding, Saving Mr Banks and Hacksaw Ridge. [citation needed], In the early 2010s, there has been an increase of Greek immigration flows to Australia due to unemployment, among other issues, because of the economic crisis in Greece. Mount Pegasus - Tasmania 6. 7 Greeks are among the richest people in Australia, according to the list published by The Australian Financial Review. [citation needed] During these decades, Greeks began to establish their own restaurants, Hellenic Community Clubs, and Greek-Australian soccer clubs. She also shares an adopted son and daughter with ex Tom Cruise. Through launching pads like TV's Home & Away and Neighbours, and revered drama institutions such as Sydney's NIDA, Australia has a history of nurturing its talents before seeing them shoot to worldwide stardom in movies, TV, music, or on the catwalk. Greek is the seventh most commonly spoken language in Australia after English, Mandarin, Arabic, Cantonese, Vietnamese and Italian. Kyrgios defeated Andreas Seppi in the round of 16 at the 2015 Australian Open, after which he lost in the quarterfinals to Andy Murray. Before he hooked up with Nicole Kidman, Keith Urban, who was born in New Zealand and grew up in Queensland, was relatively unknown down under. Her father is Greek, and her mother was of English, Irish, Scottish, and Italian descent. She is an actress and writer, known for My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002), My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 (2016) and I Hate Valentine's Day (2009). She has appeared in as many Zoe Carides was born on February 19, 1962 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. ", Tiffani Thiessen is of German, Greek, Turkish, and Welsh descent. When . Here, are the best of the best. They lived in Sydney, Newcastle and Port Macquarie. alongsidePaul ScheerandJune Diane Raphael. [1], Greek immigration to Australia has been one of the largest migratory flows in the history of Australia, especially after World War II and the Greek Civil War. The Greek remained solid with his serve throughout the match. In 2014, he was named GQ Australia Sportsman of the Year. Read on to discover more about famous Australians. [citation needed] There were a number of anti-Greek outbursts as a result of the neutrality stance by Greece, often instigated by Australian soldiers on leave. Jennifer Aniston tops this list. She is an actress and writer, known for Kath & Kim (2002), Kath & Kim (2008) and Da Kath & Kim Code (2005). He was named to News.coms list of the 15 greatest Australian singers of all time but unfortunately died by suicide in a Sydney hotel room. Pages 336. March 4 Banks Pensinsula R.C. Also known for her charity work, Goodrem established the Delta Goodrem Foundation in an attempt to raise money for blood cancer research. In 2018, she won a Best Actress Golden Globe for her role in HBOs Big Little Lies. Delta Goodrem is an Australian actress, singer, and songwriter. After growing up in Rockingham, near Perth in WA, Worthington trained at NIDA (The National Institute of Dramatic Art) before landing Australian TV and film roles including 2003s Gettin Square. Malcolm Young was an Australian musician. 2022 by The Greek Herald | All rights reserved. They have one child. Some Greeks who settled in Australia were expelled from Asia Minor after the Greek military defeat and the genocide committed by Turkey between 1913 and 1922, while other Greeks sought entry after the USA established restrictive immigration quotas in the early 1920s. Nymph Island 12. Regarded as a timeless icon, Kylie Minogue is one of the most popular singer-songwriters of her generation. Actress | After TV and film roles in Australia, including his memorable turn in 1992's Romper Stomper, Russell scored roles in Hollywood, including in L.A. TV host, wrestler, and socialite, Maria Menounos was born to Greek parents. She is an actress and writer, known for Double Duty (2009), Streets of Rage (1993) and S1m0ne (2002). Top Greek Entertainers and Celebrities of the Decade, The Greek Heralds Top News 2019 Year in Review, Rebekah Elmaloglou set to return to rebooted TV show Neighbours, OASIS Coffee goes green with a new caffeine-free blend for your briki, Greek Australian Celina Michael storms into The Voice Greece semi finals, Welcome event held for Consul General of Greece in Sydney and new Greek Trade Commissioner, Trains collide in central Greece, many dead and injured, Irene Hatzipetros re-appointed Chair of Football St George, NSW ex-minister Milton Orkopoulos pleads not guilty to child sex offences. Andreas Toumbas The Greek Australian says it was thanks to "the small crew, small cast and one location shooot" that they were able to make the self-funded film with a budget of no more than. Greek Australians (Greek: , Ellinoafstrali) are Australians of Greek ancestry. She worked there until moving to Vancouver, British Columbia, a center of Canadian film and television production, to Gina Riley was born on May 6, 1961 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada to Greek parents, Eleonora "Nora" Dimakos is a seasoned model, actress, journalist, makeup artist, esthetician, and spa manager. Confidential, alongside Australians Russell Crowe and Guy Pearce, Baker featured in a number of films before landing what would become his signature role in TV's The Mentalist. After playing Josh Taylor in Neighbours, the Melbourne-born actor set his sights on Hollywood. The former Geelong boy has one child with Dutch actress Carice van Houten. None of these would have been possible had it not been for the dedication and resourcefulness of Australians who have worked hard to make their country such a wonderful place to live in. Despite struggling with mental health issues, Ruby has gone on to establish herself in the field of entertainment, thereby serving as an inspiration to many across the world. Australian singer-songwriter, model, and actress Natalie Imbruglia aspired for a career in the show business since her youth. These days, Hugo, who has a son and daughter with long-time partner Katrina Greenwood, works in both Australian and Hollywood productions. [citation needed] Their names were Ghikas Bulgaris known as Jigger Bulgari, and Andonis Manolis. Alexakis, Effy and Janiszewski, Leonard (2013). His comedy has translated throughout the world. The Australian actor made a mark in Hollywood with movies such as Hulk, Troy, and Munich. This process has its main protagonist. Sebastian Croft is a BAFTA nominated actor of English and Greek descent, best known for his portrayal of Ben Hope in Heartstopper (2022).Later this year he will appear as Peter van Daan in Where Is Anne Frank (2021) which premiered at Cannes Film Festival, and Dampyr (2022), a fantasy war film, Angela Michelle Harmon is an American actress and model from Dallas, Texas. She is a producer and actress, known for Fantastic Four (2005), Entourage (2015) and Kickin' It Old Skool (2007). Her mother is Greek, born in Piraeus, while her father had German, Northern Irish, Mena Alexandra Svari was born in Newport, Rhode Island, to Candice (Thompson), a nurse, and Ando Svari, a psychiatrist. He has a tattoo on his arm of the flags of Greece and the Philippines. She charmed generations of movie viewers in the blockbuster film Grease. Since then Naomi, who has two children with ex Liev Schreiber, has starred in 21 Grams, King Kong, The Wave and more. Marie Avgeropoulos currently stars as "Octavia Blake" in the CW's post-apocalyptic drama series, The 100 (2014). MacPherson has two children and reportedly now lives in the US after living for years in London. Greek Australians (Greek: , Ellinoafstrali) are Australians of Greek ancestry. Hugh Michael Jackman AC (born 12 October 1968) is an Australian actor, singer, and producer. David Michael Bautista Jr was one of the fastest rising celebrities in the past decade, featuring in WWE Raw in 2013 and 2014 before making his blockbuster debut in Guardians of the Galaxy in 2014. End of content. He was also one of the most controversial cricketers. She went on to grace the pages of international campaigns for ELLE, Marie Claire, GQ Italy and more. Also his visit to the famous Hollywood sign in Los Angeles, a previous stop on the way to Indian Wells and which also gave him the opportunity to see the Lakers, the NBA being a passion. 3. The Emmy- nominated series chronicles the surviving population living on a space station, called the ARK, who send a group of 100 delinquents down to earth. Mount Olympus - Tasmania 2. Followinga string of country and soft-rock hits, Newton-John starredoppositeJohn Travoltain the 1978 blockbuster Grease, considered as one the most popular movie musicals of all time. He is credited with popularizing the Crocodile Dundee film series with his award-winning portrayal of Michael "Crocodile" Dundee in the movie series. Leonard Janiszewski provides a history of 200 years of Greek migration to Australia. Tommy Lee was born in Athens to a Greek mother and American father. By 2007, she was being cast regularly in Hollywood studio films and in 2009 became a blockbuster star through her role in the Nicolas Cage vehicle Knowing. He also attended the Actors Studio in Zach Galifianakis was born in Wilkesboro, North Carolina, to Mary Frances (Cashion), who owned a community arts center, and Harry Galifianakis, a heating oil vendor. The first star to trust the Greek designer abroad was Beyonc. THE TURF. This page was last edited on 24 February 2023, at 06:32. Greece's favorite design duo. That's right, this designer is well-known both in fashion and in film, running her own eponymous brand alongside her film work. The American comedic actor has made numerous appearances on television and film throughout the decade. Movie (and Hugh Michael Jackman is an Australian actor, singer, multi-instrumentalist, dancer and producer. He retained a pre-eminent position in the game for decades following his retirement. His track Somebody Like You was named Billboards greatest country hit of the 2000s. One of the highest-earning models according to Forbes, Miranda Kerr was the first Victoria's Secret model from Australia. Playing the title role in Muriels Wedding launched Collette into a career that included starring roles in About a Boy, The Hours and Little Miss Sunshine. A famous TV actor in Australia, Luke Hemsworth has also appeared in American films, such as Hickok, Encounter, and Crypto. She was previously married to Christian Alexander is best known for his role as Kiefer Bauer on the American daytime drama General Hospital, on which he appeared from 2009 to 2015. [17] The remainder of the ethnic Greek population in Australia mainly use English as their first language. She discovered dance at the age of nine and Melina Eleni Kanakaredes was born in Akron, Ohio, to Connie (Temo), who owned a candy company, and Harry Kanakaredes, an insurance salesman. Julian Assange made headlines all over the world in 2010 when WikiLeaks, a non-profit organization founded by him, gained international attention after publishing leaks, such as the Afghanistan war logs and Iraq war logs. Known for directing Australian classic films "Malcolm", "The Big Steal" and "Amy". Olivia found fame after starring in Grease. After making his professional debut in the qualifying round of the 2012 Australian Open, Kyrgios concentrated on junior tournaments. Like Hugo Weaving, Guy was one of the drag queens in in the 1994 Australian hit film The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert. Travis Fimmel never thought about becoming a model or actor before he was spotted working out at a gym by a talent scout's flatmate. All five clubs were founded by Greek immigrants that immigrated to those respective cities. [1] At the 2021 census, 92,314 Australian residents were born in Greece.[1]. Built between 447 and 432 BC, the temple is one of the most iconic buildings on earth, once used as a church, a mosque, a treasury and an ammunition store. He currently competes in Formula One for McLaren. Kellys success has hardly plateaued this decade, as she returned to the top of the charts with albums like Stronger in 2011, and won her fifth grammy. She is an actress, known for From the Orient with Fury (1965), Planet of the Vampires (1965) and Our Men in Bagdad (1966). However, in the years 20002009, many Greek-Australians both native Greek and Australian-born, returned to Greece to discover their homeland and reconnect with their ancestral roots. Keith is currently a mentor on The Voice. He has also received several awards like BRDC The Bruce McLaren Trophy. She is of Greek (from her paternal grandfather), English, and German descent.Kazan received her BA in Theater from Yale University. Greek Australians (Greek : , Ellinoafstrali ) comprise Australians who have full or partial Greek heritage or people who sought asylum as refugees after the Greek Civil War or emigrated from Greece and reside in Australia. Greek Australians Greek Team of the Century A Nick Adams (commentator) Paul Afkos Douglas Alexandra Braith Anasta Dean Anastasiadis John Anastasiadis Alex Andreas (Australian actor) Costa Andricopoulos Peter Andrikidis Terry Antonis Panos Armenakas Manuel Aroney Timoshenko Aslanides Jonathan Aspropotamitis Nikos Athanasou Avra (singer) B After dodging arrest for several years, he was finally arrested in 2019 and is currently imprisoned in HM Prison Belmarsh. She is known for The Slap (2011), Satisfaction (2007) and Black Water (2007). After catching the worlds eye as a Victorias Secret Angel in 2007, Miranda Kerr has become one of the world's most-recognisable models. [citation needed] The Greek community of South Australia regards North (Tramountanas) as their Pioneering Grandfather. Zach Galifianakis The most recent decade has seen many Greek celebrities shine in Hollywood, but none more-so than Zach Galifianakis. The 2021 census showed that the following states had the largest numbers of people nominating Greek ancestry: Victoria (181,184), New South Wales (141,627), South Australia (40,704), Queensland (32,702), Western Australia (16,117). Lists of interesting trivia and fun facts about where famous people were born, how they grew up, and what their lives were like when they were young. Australian actress and producer Nicole Kidman is one of the world's highest-paid actresses. After coming out as a lesbian at the age of 12, Ruby faced many difficulties and has experienced suicidal thoughts throughout her life. Confidential. In the 2011 census, 378,270 people were reported to be of Greek ancestry, either exclusively or in combination with another ethnic group, compared to 365,147 in the 2006 census which recorded 125,849 people born in Greece. A supporter of UNICEF Australia, she is also the ambassador for Young Actors Studio, which is part of the National Institute of Dramatic Art. During these outbursts, Greek shops and Greek cafs were badly damaged or destroyed, with the worst rioting occurring in Kalgoorlie and Boulder. You'll find her binging Netflix's latest 'must-watch' show with a jar of Nutella by her side. Debbie Matenopoulos was born on December 13, 1974 in Richmond, Virginia, USA. Heath was found dead on January 22 2008 in New York City. The former Home and Away star is one of the most recognisable Australian celebs in Hollywood, having appeared in such hits as Wedding Crashers, The Great Gatsby and Now You See Me. Regarded as the successor to Douglas Fairbanks, Errol Flynn was an Australian-born actor who gained recognition in the Golden Age of Hollywood mainly because of his romantic swashbuckler roles. [5], Greek immigration to Australia began in the early colonial period in the 19th century. Kidman stole the screen in Philip Noyces Dead Calm, before teaming up with her future husband Tom Cruise in Days of Thunder in 1990. [11], By comparison, the Greek Cypriot community in Australia doubled following the Invasion of Cyprus by Turkey following a campaign of ethnic cleansing in 1974. Some hilarious actors are also Greek. Australian singer-songwriter, voice-actress and director Sia Furler rose to fame with albums like We Are Born. She has been married to Keven Undergaro since December 31, 2017. He was known for close encounters with some of the most dangerous and endangered animals in various jungles. Amitabh Bachchan . Recipient of 2014's Screen Leader Award for Outstanding Leadership to the Screen Industry, Nadia is one of Australia's most respected unique filmmakers. She had people rolling in the aisles long before she was a movie star and just a TV celebrity. Pillars of Hercules 10. Facebook Nick Politis - ranked 79 Guy was one of the drag queens in in the 1994 Australian hit film The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert. Billy has an older sister, actress and singer Lisa Zane. Greeks and Cypriots in Australia together number 422,234 people. He knows how to play a variety of instruments, including the sitar, guitar, piano, and mandolin. Fey has starred in films such as, John Stamos is of Greek, Irish, and English descent. Also known as the Mother of Reinvention, Kylie is revered for her contribution to fashion and music. Anna Maria Kanakis was born on February 1, 1962 in Messina, Sicily, Italy. Her family then relocated to New York City Long a vital, respected thespian of the classic and contemporary stage, this grand lady did not become a household name and sought-after film actress until age 56 when she turned in a glorious, Oscar-winning performance as Cher's sardonic mother in the romantic comedy Moonstruck (1987). He studied at the Box Hill Institute of TAFE and won the Bon Land scholarship in 1999 while still an apprentice. Jennifer spent a year of her childhood living in Greece with her family. Tina Fey's mother is Greek and comedian Zach Galifianakis is of Greek, English, Scottish, Welsh, French, and Irish descent. She received critical appreciation for the 2012 film,Pitch Perfect, and subsequently acted in its two sequels. All products are independently selected, tested or recommended by our team of experts.If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission. She is an actress and producer, known for Celebrity Deathmatch (1998), American Dreams (2002) and General Hospital (1963). He became a beloved star in Australia through Nines The Paul Hogan Show and, as Crocodile Dundee proved in 1986, his comedy translates throughout the world. First appearing in a Tab cola ad in 1982, MacPherson went on to become part of a new generation of supermodels that included Naomi Campbell, Linda Evangelista and Cindy Crawford. Angelina Jolie or Jennifer Aniston 14. The tennis player portrays his illusion constantly on Instagram. Costas Mandylor was born on September 3, 1965 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. By 1995, she was one of the worlds biggest movie stars with roles in To Die For and Batman Forever. Australian actor Hugh Jackmans Hollywood debut in the film X-Men made him a transatlantic actor and he went on to do the X-Men film series from 2000 to 2018. She began her acting career in 1994 playing Katerina Ioannou in Heartbreak High. She has two children with husband, US actor Bobby Cannavale. A talented singer and dancer who hails from Sydney, Jackman won a Tony award for his portrayal as Peter Allen in Broadway's The Boy From Oz. Margot stunned audiences with her performance in Wolf of Wall Street. Australian actress, Rebel Wilson, started her acting career with television in Australia and then gained wider recognition after appearing in Hollywood films. He has had recurring roles on Parks and Recreation, Brooklyn Nine-NineandThe Good Place. But since the 1990s he has been a country music star in the US, where he moved to in 1992. marked a milestone on Australian sport in general by forming many successful Association football clubs. He is best known for his long-running role as Wolverine in the X-Men film Theo James was born on December 16, 1984 in Oxford, Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom as Theodore Peter James Kinnaird Taptiklis. He is known for voicing several characters in The Simpsons including Apu, Chief Wiggum, Moe, Bumblebee Man, Lou and Superintendent Chalmers. [3], 88% of Greek Australians speak Greek and 91% are members of the Greek Orthodox Church. She has a son, Flynn with her ex Orlando Bloom, and a son, Hart, with billionaire husband Evan Spiegal. Australian heartthrob Jacob Elordi was a film buff since an early age and wanted to become an actor like his idol, Heath Ledger. Elias attended Vanier College in Montreal before leaving to attend the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City in 1981, of which he is a graduate. He was a familiar face on Australian TV screens, playing roles in E Street, A Country Practice, Home and Away and more, before Hollywood beckoned. She developed an early interest in acting despite not having any family connection to the field. He is both an Australian and US citizen and has two children with his wife, Nicole. The movie remains the highest-grossing Australian film. He was one of Australias go-to actors, appearing in gems such as the Bodyline TV series, Proof and Bangkok Hilton (with Nicole Kidman). [6] These Greeks were seven sailors, convicted of piracy by a British naval court, and were sentenced to transportation to New South Wales. After a longbattle with breast cancer,the mother of one lives with husband John Easterling in the US. Jigger Bulgari married an Irish woman, and they had many children. [citation needed] When troops withdrew a struggle broke out between pro and anti-communist factions which resulted in civil war between 1946 and 1949, ending with the defeat of the communists, but at a cost of many Greek lives and the uprooting of children who were kidnapped and taken from their families. Published 6 October 1988. This list of famous people of Greek descent is loosely ranked by fame and popularity. The Hellenic Club of Canberra laid a commemorative marble plaque over his resting place around 2000. In 1916, the Australian government responded to this by placing a special prohibition on the entry of Greeks and Maltese people to Australia that was not lifted until 1920. As a child, he appeared in two of his father's films: Husbands (1970) and A Woman Under the Influence (1974). Famous for her role in My Big Fat Greek Wedding, adapted from her one-woman stage play and inspired by her own story, Nia Vardalos is a Canadian-American actress from Winnipeg, Canada.The daughter of Greek Canadian parents Doreen Christakis and Constantine "Gus" Vardalos, she wears many hats and has produced a few independent movies, including I Hate Valentine's Day and My Life in Ruins . Other funny celebrities who are of Greek ancestry include The Golden Girls actress Betty White, and comedian Demetri Martin. Law of life. Born in Australia (Sydney), the former super model is a businesswoman, television host and actress. Tony Orlando was born on April 3, 1944 in New York City, New York, USA. Besides acting, she has been a Goodwill ambassador for UNICEF since 1994. She has been married to Daniel MacPherson since 2015. She is a member of the LAByrinth Odiseas Georgiadis is known for The Post (2017), The Perfect Date (2019) and CollegeHumor Originals (2006). Aussies such as Oscar-winner Nicole Kidman, singing and acting legend Olivia Newton-John and actor, singer, dancer and all-round good guy Hugh Jackman have long been household names worldwide for their talent, abilities and that affable, down-to-earth quality that comes from growing up . Playing the title role in Muriels Wedding launched Collette into a career. [citation needed] Greeks often worked in the canefields in North Queensland and move to Darwin during the dry season to work in the pearling industry. He has a brother named Christos who is a lawyer and a sister, Halimah, who is an actor. THE 100 set out to see if Of Greek descent on both sides, the son of immigrants, Savalas was a soldier during World War II, although most of his enlistment records were destroyed in a fire at the National Personnel Records Center in St. Louis, Missouri, in 1973. Musician Tommy Lee Bass rose to stardom for being the founding member and drummer of heavy metal band Mtley Cre. 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