Olivia Hamnett

Olivia Hamnett

Deceased · Born: Feb 13, 1943 · Died: Nov 1, 2001

Personal Details

BornFeb 13, 1943 St Helens, Lancashire, UK

Biography

Olivia Jane Hamnett, a talented English actress, left a lasting impact on the Australian television scene, particularly in the realm of soap operas and miniseries. Her impressive career spanned numerous notable roles, including the iconic character of Meg Fulton in the 1979 series "The Sullivans".

In addition to her work in "The Sullivans", Hamnett also made a significant contribution to the popular Australian television series "Prisoner" in 1981-82, where she played the role of Dr. Kate Peterson, a supporting cast member. Her talent and dedication to her craft undoubtedly added depth and complexity to the show.

Hamnett's impressive repertoire also includes her portrayal of Joanna Randall in the 1983 and 1985 miniseries "Return to Eden". Her versatility as an actress, coupled with her ability to bring characters to life, made her a sought-after talent in the Australian television industry.

Throughout her career, Hamnett's passion for acting shone through in every role she took on, leaving a lasting legacy in the world of Australian television. Her untimely passing on November 1, 2001, was a tragic loss for the industry, but her body of work continues to inspire and entertain audiences to this day.

Career

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1997
The Ripper
The Ripper as Lady Margaret
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1987
Coda
Coda as Det. Sgt. Turner
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1983
Return to Eden
Return to Eden as Joanna Randall
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Return to Eden
Return to Eden as Joanna Randall
{"id":10114,"title":"Prisoner: Cell Block H","year":1981,"character":"Kate Peterson","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/prisoner-cell-block-h","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_10114.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_10114.jpg"},"released":1}
1981
Prisoner: Cell Block H
Prisoner: Cell Block H as Kate Peterson
{"id":63901,"title":"The Earthling","year":"1980","character":"Bettina Daley","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/the-earthling","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_63901.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_63901.jpg"},"released":1}
1980
The Earthling
The Earthling as Bettina Daley
{"id":164034,"title":"Plunge Into Darkness","year":"1978","character":"Pat Keating","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/plunge-into-darkness","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_164034.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_164034.jpg"},"released":1}
1978
{"id":23151,"title":"Black Rain","year":"1977","character":"Annie Burton","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/black-rain-1977","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_23151.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_23151.jpg"},"released":1}
1977
Black Rain
Black Rain as Annie Burton
{"id":103837748,"title":"Rush","year":1974,"character":"Sarah Lucas","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/rush","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103837748.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103837748.jpg"},"released":1}
1974
Rush
Rush as Sarah Lucas
{"id":125533,"title":"The Gentlemen of Titipu","year":"1973","character":"(voice)","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/the-gentlemen-of-titipu","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_125533.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_125533.jpg"},"released":1}
1973