Garry McDonald

Garry McDonald

76 · Born: Oct 30, 1948

Personal Details

BornOct 30, 1948 Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Biography

Garry McDonald, a renowned Australian actor and writer, brought forth into this world on October 30, 1948, in the vibrant city of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.

As a multifaceted creative, McDonald has made a lasting impact on the entertainment industry, with some of his most notable roles and projects including the iconic 2001 musical drama film Moulin Rouge!, the critically acclaimed 1984 television series Mother and Son, and the offbeat 2003 comedy film The Rage in Placid Lake.

Throughout his personal life, McDonald has been blessed with a loving and enduring partnership with his wife, Diane Craig, whom he wed on April 13, 1971. Together, they have been blessed with two children, who have undoubtedly brought immense joy and fulfillment to their lives.

As a devoted husband and father, McDonald has always prioritized his family above all else, and it is clear that his love and dedication to those closest to him are a source of inspiration and strength for him.

Career

{"id":101350,"title":"The Light Between Oceans","year":"2016","character":"Bill Graysmark","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-light-between-oceans","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/11dfam5gv4sg.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/11dfam5gv4sg.jpg"},"released":1}
2016
{"id":39039,"title":"Being Venice","year":"2013","character":"Arthur","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/being-venice","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_39039.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_39039.jpg"},"released":1}
2013
{"id":42106,"title":"A Model Daughter: The Killing of Caroline Byrne","year":"2011","character":"Tony Byrne","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/a-model-daughter-the-killing-of-caroline-byrne","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_42106.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_42106.jpg"},"released":1}
2011
{"id":12914,"title":"Burning Man","year":"2011","character":"Dr. Burgess","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/burning-man","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5l1v8jieu7t0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5l1v8jieu7t0.jpg"},"released":1}
Burning Man
Burning Man as Dr. Burgess
{"id":5170,"title":"Don't Be Afraid of the Dark","year":"2010","character":"Blackwood","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/dont-be-afraid-of-the-dark-2010","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7vgj7hed5650.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7vgj7hed5650.jpg"},"released":1}
2010
{"id":48536,"title":"The King","year":"2007","character":"Nicky Whitta","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-king-2007","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_48536.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_48536.jpg"},"released":1}
2007
The King
The King as Nicky Whitta
{"id":184147,"title":"BlackJack: Dead Memory","year":"2006","character":"James","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/blackjack-dead-memory","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_184147.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_184147.jpg"},"released":1}
2006
{"id":103832048,"title":"Mary Bryant","year":2005,"character":"Reverend Johnson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/mary-bryant","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103832048.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103832048.jpg"},"released":1}
2005
Mary Bryant
Mary Bryant as Reverend Johnson
{"id":52442,"title":"The Rage in Placid Lake","year":"2003","character":"Doug Lake","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-rage-in-placid-lake","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_52442.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_52442.jpg"},"released":1}
2003
{"id":7496,"title":"Rabbit-Proof Fence","year":"2002","character":"Mr. Neal at Moore River","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/rabbit-proof-fence","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_7496.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_7496.jpg"},"released":1}
2002
Rabbit-Proof Fence
Rabbit-Proof Fence as Mr. Neal at Moore River
{"id":782,"title":"Moulin Rouge!","year":"2001","character":"The Doctor","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/moulin-rouge","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/oud7mumlch80.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/oud7mumlch80.jpg"},"released":1}
2001
Moulin Rouge!
Moulin Rouge! as The Doctor
{"id":54251,"title":"Mr. Accident","year":"2000","character":"Kelvin Chevalier","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/mr-accident","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_54251.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_54251.jpg"},"released":1}
2000
Mr. Accident
Mr. Accident as Kelvin Chevalier
{"id":60158,"title":"Struck by Lightning","year":"1990","character":"Ollie Rennie","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/struck-by-lightning-1990","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_60158.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_60158.jpg"},"released":1}
1990
Struck by Lightning
Struck by Lightning as Ollie Rennie
{"id":61698,"title":"Ghosts CAN Do It","year":"1987","character":"Max Falcon","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/ghosts-can-do-it","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_61698.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_61698.jpg"},"released":1}
1987
Ghosts CAN Do It
Ghosts CAN Do It as Max Falcon
{"id":161311,"title":"The Place at the Coast","year":"1987","character":"Dan Burroughs","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-place-at-the-coast","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_161311.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_161311.jpg"},"released":1}
The Place at the Coast
The Place at the Coast as Dan Burroughs
{"id":80519,"title":"Wills & Burke","year":"1985","character":"Robert O'Hara Burke","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/wills-burke-1985","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_80519.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_80519.jpg"},"released":1}
1985
Wills & Burke
Wills & Burke as Robert O'Hara Burke
{"id":62787,"title":"Video Rewind: The Rolling Stones' Great Video Hits","year":"1984","character":"Norman Gunston","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/video-rewind-the-rolling-stones-great-video-hits-1984","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_62787.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_62787.jpg"},"released":1}
1984
{"id":9975,"title":"Mother and Son","year":1984,"character":"Arthur Beare","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/mother-and-son","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_9975.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_9975.jpg"},"released":1}
Mother and Son
Mother and Son as Arthur Beare
{"id":162514,"title":"Molly","year":"1983","character":"Jones","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/molly-1983","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_162514.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_162514.jpg"},"released":1}
1983
Molly
Molly as Jones
{"id":63476,"title":"Ginger Meggs","year":"1982","character":"Mr. John Meggs","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/ginger-meggs","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_63476.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_63476.jpg"},"released":1}
1982
Ginger Meggs
Ginger Meggs as Mr. John Meggs
{"id":7288,"title":"The Pirate Movie","year":"1982","character":"Sergeant and Inspector","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-pirate-movie","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_7288.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_7288.jpg"},"released":1}
The Pirate Movie
The Pirate Movie as Sergeant and Inspector
{"id":64386,"title":"The Picture Show Man","year":"1977","character":"Lou","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-picture-show-man","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_64386.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_64386.jpg"},"released":1}
1977
{"id":23148,"title":"Picnic at Hanging Rock","year":"1975","character":"Const. Jones","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/picnic-at-hanging-rock","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_23148.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_23148.jpg"},"released":1}
1975
{"id":165072,"title":"Avengers of the Reef","year":"1973","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/avengers-of-the-reef","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_165072.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_165072.jpg"},"released":1}
1973