Lorraine Bayly

Lorraine Bayly (88)

1937-01-16 | Narrandera, New South Wales, Australia

Lorraine Bayly (born 16 January 1937) is a popular Australian stage and screen actress. She is a direct descendant of Captain Cook's astrologer, William Bayly. Bayly has been a performer since she was a child, and became a professional actress in 1954, having started as a theatre performer. She is a founding member of Sydney's Ensemble Theatre, and best known for her Logie-winning role as Grace (Mum) Sullivan in the long running soap, The Sullivans. She retired from acting due to her health complications in 2019.

On Movies

  • Locks of Love
  • The Challenge
  • The Man from Snowy River
  • Fatty Finn
  • Ride a Wild Pony
  • The Interpretaris

On Series

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