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Garry George McDonald AO (born 30 October 1948) is an Australian actor, satirist and comedian. In a career spanning five decades he has had many theatre, television and film roles, and has been listed as a National Living Treasure.
Garry McDonald is an Australian actor, writer, and comedian, best known for his roles in Moulin Rouge!, Mother and Son, and The Rage in Placid Lake. He also created and played the iconic character Norman Gunston, who won the Gold Logie Award in 1976.
- January 1, 1
- 1.88 m
- Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Oct 4, 2015 · Garry McDonald opens up about his anxiety disorder on Australian Story for mental health awareness. HAVING finally controlled the anxiety disorder he battled for years, Garry McDonald wants to bring awareness to what is an incredibly debilitating illness. Tiffany Dunk National TV Editor. 2 min read. October 4, 2015 - 10:00PM.
- Tiffany Dunk
Oct 4, 2015 · The Australian actor and comedian, famous for his character Norman Gunston, reveals how he suffered from anxiety and depression for decades and how he coped with it. He also shares his views on mental health awareness and stigma in the entertainment industry.
Garry McDonald is an Australian actor and writer, best known for his roles in Moulin Rouge!, Mother and Son and The Rage in Placid Lake. He also won the Gold Logie Award for his comedy character Norman Gunston and was appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia for his community and arts work.
- October 30, 1948
Oct 6, 2015 · Watch actor Garry McDonald share his personal story of living with anxiety and how Cognitive Behaviour Therapy helped him. He also talks about his campaign to raise awareness and reduce stigma around mental health issues.
Nov 28, 2022 · Garry McDonald played Arthur, the son of a slightly senile widow, in the original Mother and Son from 1984 to 1994. The show, which won multiple Logies, was a hit for its relatable and ambiguous portrayal of the parent-child relationship.
