Diane Cilento
Australian actress and author
Born
1932
93 years ago
Died
October 6th, 2011
13 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Australia
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An accomplished actress and author originated from Australia, gained significant recognition in the 1960s and 1970s through performances in significant films and theater productions. Achievements include starring roles in 'Tom Jones' and 'The Devil's Own'. Cilento also engaged in writing, with notable works on the craft of acting and personal memoirs. Throughout her career, she worked with various theatre companies, contributing to both stage and screen.
Starred in 'Tom Jones'
Wrote several books on acting
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