Joanne Samuel, born in 1957 in Camperdown, Sydney, Australia, is a renowned actress who has made a lasting impact on the entertainment industry. Prior to her breakout role in the 1979 film Mad Max, Samuel had already gained experience in the industry by making guest appearances in police procedurals such as Matlock Police and Homicide.
She then went on to become a regular cast member in several television soap operas, including Class of '74, The Sullivans, and The Young Doctors. Her sudden departure from The Young Doctors was due to her being offered the role in Mad Max after a fellow actress who was initially set to take the role fell ill. Samuel's talent and dedication to her craft were quickly recognized, and she soon became a household name.
After her stint in Mad Max, Samuel continued to work in television, taking on the regular role of Kelly Morgan-Young in the TV series Skyways. She later guest-starred in popular shows such as Hey Dad! and All Saints, as well as appearing in The Wiggles Movie as the school principal.
In her personal life, Samuel is married to Tony Ahern and they have several children together. The couple resides in the picturesque Blue Mountains suburb of Blackheath, where Samuel has since retired from acting. Despite her busy career, Samuel remains active in her local Baptist church and is deeply involved in her community.
