Popular Celebrities. This page was last edited on 24 February 2023, at 06:32. ISBN Esta web utiliza cookies propias para su correcto funcionamiento. In 1989, she appeared on the cover of Time, which labelled her The Bodya nickname that stuck. Greek- Australian Tina Kalivas is the woman behind the costumes of several famous movies such as Last Knights, Die Another Day (for no less than 8 evening gowns for a particular scene), Australia, and Goemon. Ruby Rose is an Australian actress, model, and TV presenter. With his father being born in Greece and the actor being baptised a Greek Orthodox Christian, the Hollywood star has secured his place within Greek hearts. Greek Australian producer, songwriter and singer VASSY (Vassy Karagiorgos) has hit the number #1 spot on the US Dance Charts, once again proving she is a global dance music superstar. Greek Australians are one of the largest groups within the global Greek diaspora. She is an actress and producer, known for Celebrity Deathmatch (1998), American Dreams (2002) and General Hospital (1963). He isalso a singer, songwriter and a dancer. Mount Pegasus - Tasmania 6. Agente 077 dall'oriente con furore. The first star to trust the Greek designer abroad was Beyonc. Mena was raised in a Rhode Island home that was built in 1870 and had early aspirations of Elias Koteas was born on March 11, 1961, in Montreal, Canada. Nick Politis. The most famous and successful Australian celebrities including Nicole Kidman, Miranda Kerr and Rose Byrne. THE TURF. She charmed generations of movie viewers in the blockbuster film Grease. Greek-Australian singer Vassy Karagiorgos, better known by her stage name VASSY, has topped the US dance charts with her song "pieces", which became the Most Added Dance Track In The US and the third most played song on dance radio in the US, late last month. 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. [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 addition to appearing in dramas and thrillers, she has also established herself as a comedic actress. Born in Australia (Perth), the actress has three children with husband Sacha Baron Cohen. [10] During WWI Greece remained neutral, eventually joining the side of the Allies. Rise of the Planet of the Apes. Playing Jack Sully in the James Cameron blockbuster Avatar (2009) made him an international star and one of the most famous male Aussie celebs in Hollywood. He has a tattoo on his arm of the flags of Greece and the Philippines. She was previously married to Ian Gomez. He was born to Bulgarian parents in Athens and moved to the United States as a child. Proserpine (Greek: Persephone) 11. They have one child. She was granted Greek citizenship in 2019, in honor of her efforts to assist Greece by appealing for international aid after a Jason Mantzoukas is an American actor, comedian, writer and pod-caster. He is an actor, known for Head On (1998), Ghost Ship (2002) and Deuce Bigalow: European Gigolo (2005). She also starred in Police Rescue and Breakers. [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. Alexakis, Effy and Janiszewski, Leonard (2013). Kylie Minogue 12. Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, Tracy spent part of her childhood in her parents' homeland, Greece, before the Spiridakos family returned to Canada to open a Greek restaurant. These sailors were later pardoned, however two of them decided to remain and settle in Australia. Australia has always punched above its weight in delivering star-quality talent to the world. Over the years, Ricciardo has had eight Grand Prix victories, including a win at the 2021 Italian Grand Prix, in Formula One. Her ancestry is primarily Greek and Bulgarian. [14], One study investigating the 54 most common ethnic groups in Australia found that Greek Australians had the lowest rate of intermarriage (marrying outside their ethnicity) than every other ethnicity in the first, second and third generations. She features in a number of films and TV shows throughout the decade, until she landed her first main role in the popular CW series The 100. These celebrities have served this decades entertainment industry welland they also happen to be Greek! [8] The first wave of free Hellenic migrants commenced in the 1850s, and continued through the end of the 19th century, prompted in part by the recent discovery of gold in the country. Those of Kastellorizian descent living in Australia now refer to themselves as 'Kazzies,' and have maintained a strong and unique community. After dodging arrest for several years, he was finally arrested in 2019 and is currently imprisoned in HM Prison Belmarsh. The 2016 census recorded 397,431 people of Hellenic/Greek ancestry and 93,740 born in Greece,[3] making Australia home to one of the largest Greek communities in the world. [12], Since the year 2000, Greek immigration to Australia has slowed down. Struck by Lightning, Bachelorette, Isn't It Romantic, The Hustle, Cats and Jojo Rabbit are some of the notable films she hasacted in. She has acted in many hit films and is also active as a singer with many records to her credit. He is currently planning a Resurrection sequel to his 2004 labour of love, The Passion of the Christ, which is reportedly due to be released in 2022. Who would have thought that the redhead from the Bop Girl music video would rise to such heights? The American comedic actor has made numerous appearances on television and film throughout the decade. The 33-year-old gained her breakout role in 2010, as Kim Rhodes in the film Hunt to Kill. Hemsworth, who has homes in the US and Australia, has also starred in Empire State and Independence Day: Resurgance. She has a son, Flynn with her ex Orlando Bloom, and a son, Hart, with billionaire husband Evan Spiegal. 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. Some of them have a mixed heritage while others are 100 percent Greek. Celebrities, sports legends and public figures have some of the best seats in the house at Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne Park for the Australian Open men's tennis final on Sunday night. 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. Mimi Lesseos was born on February 25, 1964 in Los Angeles County, California, USA. She has appeared on TV shows such as "Saved by the Bell" and "Beverly Hills, 90210.". Who is the most famous person of Greek descent? Heath was found dead on January 22 2008 in New York City. She received critical appreciation for the 2012 film,Pitch Perfect, and subsequently acted in its two sequels. He is also known Zoe Swicord Kazan was born in Los Angeles, California, to screenwriters Nicholas Kazan and Robin Swicord. From 1999, she appeared in a number of films, including Gregor Jordans Two Hands, alongside Heath Ledger, before winning her first Hollywood as a background handmaiden in Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones. Hugh Michael Jackman AC (born 12 October 1968) is an Australian actor, singer, and producer. She has two children with husband, US actor Bobby Cannavale. Some of his other prominent films are Kate & Leopold, Les Misrables, The Greatest Showman, The Prestige and Australia. Known for directing Australian classic films "Malcolm", "The Big Steal" and "Amy". 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. And she starred in the wildly popular series Six Feet Under. The Greek language press began in Australia and in 1913, Australia had the first Greek weekly newspaper called Afstralia that was published in Melbourne. After that road trip, the Neighbours alum scored roles in L.A. Several comedic actors and actresses are of Greek descent. The richest Greek in Austalia is yet another time Con Makris with a fortune of $1,17 billion dollars. Rose Byrne is one of the most popular actresses from Australia. Moving on, she bolstered her career with albums like 1000 Forms of Fear that debuted atop the U.S. In 2016, the Greek language was spoken at home by 237,588 Australian residents, a 5.8% decrease from the 2011 census data. He is both an Australian and US citizen and has two children with his wife, Nicole. Greeks are the seventh largest ethnic group in Australia. A popular figure in Australia, Luke was chosen as the newest face of Tourism Australia in 2018. American Public Figures Who Are National Treasures, Every Host in SNL Weekend Update History, Ranked, Actors Who Somehow Looked Older In The '90s Than They Do Now, Famous People You Didn't Know Were Greek Orthodox, The Best Talk Show Hosts Of Daytime, Late Night, and All Time. [citation needed], During the 1920s, as a result of the Greco-Turkish War there was a significant amount of Greek migration to Darwin, Northern Territory and across the Top End. 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. They have one child. Throughout the world, 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. He describes his ancestry as 100 percent Greek. Then, when The Matrix exploded into cinemas in 1999, his role as the virtual Agent Smith propelled him to stardom. Late last year, it was reported that the actor returned home to Australia with his model wife Lara Worthington and their two children. Recipient of 2014's Screen Leader Award for Outstanding Leadership to the Screen Industry, Nadia is one of Australia's most respected unique filmmakers. Nicholas Hilmy Kyrgios was born on April 27, 1995 in Canberra. March 4 Banks Pensinsula R.C. In 2018, she won a Best Actress Golden Globe for her role in HBOs Big Little Lies. Nikki is obsessed with all things celebrity and dreams she is a long-lost Kardashian. He won a Logie Award for his role in the series E Street and had a leading role in The Guardian, too. Australians may come across to the world as fun loving people who like to lounge on the sunny beaches all day long, but dont be misled by the externalities. Lisa Zane was born on April 5, 1961 in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Jennifer Aniston tops this list. Leonard Janiszewski provides a history of 200 years of Greek migration to Australia. Billy has an older sister, actress and singer Lisa Zane. Jennifer Aniston is part Greek on her paternal side. Also known for her good looks, Yvonne Strahovski was named in Maxim Hot 100 list in 2012. [18] On 16 November 1926, George Marsellos and John Stilson published a broadsheet under the name Panellenios Keryx (Panhellenic Herald or The Greek Herald), becoming the second national Greek newspaper in Australia. 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. Yes, he wasnt born down under, but the Oscar winner still calls Australia home. He has been in the news for his relationship with singer and songwriter, Miley Cyrus. [16] The largest religious body of Greek Orthodox Australians is the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia, with its headquarters at the Cathedral of The Annunciation of Our Lady in the inner Sydney suburb of Redfern. Collette also supports many charitable organizations like Feeding America and Amnesty International. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education & Health and a Bachelor of Science in Film and Television. Shes been nominated a total of seven times for an Oscar and won twice (Blue Jasmine and The Aviator). Also known as the Mother of Reinvention, Kylie is revered for her contribution to fashion and music. Best known for her record five appearances on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, Macpherson went on to found a series of business ventures, such as The Body and Elle Macpherson Intimates. He was also one of the most controversial cricketers. Since 2016 he has had a main character role in the TV comedy Baskets, was featured in the movie adaption of the Wrinkle In Time novel series, as well as played the voice of the Joker in the most recent Lego Batman Movie. Australian singer-songwriter, voice-actress and director Sia Furler rose to fame with albums like We Are Born. On May 6, 2015 Nick Kyrgios had an important victory by defeating Roger Federer 6-7(2), 7-6(5), 7-6(5), 7-6(12) at the Madrid Masters, although he was then eliminated in the 3rd round by John Isner 3-6, 7-6 (7-6), 4-6. Her role as executive producer on the popular entertainment network AfterBuzz has seen her become very prominent in the entertainment landscape in the past decade. She hasalso acted in television series and is an author of childrens books. He also achieved fame for his reputation as a womanizer and party animal in personal life. After a seedy role in the classic L.A. When we talk of Australia, how can we forget cricketand the Australians who have ruled the game? 1. Miranda caught the world's eye as a Victoria's Secret Angel in 2007. Anna was elected Miss Volcano at age fifteen after she was discovered going wild on a dance floor in Volcano Island where she Jasmine Cephas Jones originated the roles of 'Peggy Schuyler' and 'Maria Reynolds' in the Tony Award-winning Broadway hit Hamilton an American Musical. He started out in various TV commercials in the late 1970s before appearing in the puerile comedy movie Up the Academy (1980), then a regular role in 1980 on the television series Eight Is Enough (1977) followed Nia Vardalos was born on September 24, 1962 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. [citation needed]. George Calombaris. Billy Elizabeth Stamatina Fey was born in 1970 in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, just west of Philadelphia, to Xenobia "Jeanne" (Xenakes), a brokerage employee, and Donald Henry Fey, who wrote grant proposals for universities. TV host Maria Menounos's parents are Greek immigrants. His star was still on the rise upon his untimely death in 2008, but his legacy lives on. All five clubs were founded by Greek immigrants that immigrated to those respective cities. Sharon Stone 9. Beginning her career with minor roles in commercials, she worked hard to make a name for herself in the entertainment industry. [citation needed], Greece entered World War II with the Allies when she was invaded by German and Italian forces who remained in Greece until 1944. Alexander is a graduate of Beverly Hills High School. An Australian actor, Heath Ledger grabbed limelight in America with theteen comedy 10 Things I Hate About You. Publisher Penguin Books Australia. 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. She is also associated with the Australia Zoo. [citation needed] During these decades, Greeks began to establish their own restaurants, Hellenic Community Clubs, and Greek-Australian soccer clubs. He has six children from the two relationships and lives in the US. After spending so much of his youth surrounded by the George Ciprian is known for Five More (2014). [17] The remainder of the ethnic Greek population in Australia mainly use English as their first language. She is known for her work on Agent Cody Banks, Baywatch Nights, Law & Order, Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker, Women's Murder Club, Seraphim Falls and Rizzoli & Isles. [citation needed], The Greek government, devastated by the destruction of infrastructure and the mass looting of their banks by the Germans, encouraged post-war migration as a way of solving poverty and unemployment problems. [6] These Greeks were seven sailors, convicted of piracy by a British naval court, and were sentenced to transportation to New South Wales. Since then, shes starred in Insidious, Bridesmaids, X Men: First Class, Neighbours and Peter Rabbit. 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