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Lorraine Bayly

Jan 16, 1937 (89 years old) in 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.

Known For

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The Sullivans
Grace Sullivan
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Rafferty's Rules
Gwen Forster
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Carson's Law
Jennifer Carson
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The Man from Snowy River
Rosemary Hume
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Through My Eyes
Avis
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The Interpretaris
Vera Balovna
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The Challenge
Eileen Bond
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The Challenge
Eileen Bond
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Ride a Wild Pony
Mrs. Ellison
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Fatty Finn
Maggie McGrath

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