Coral Coast Who's Who
Distinguished and Famous people from Coral Coast
1. Heath Ledger (1979-2008)
Heath Ledger was a talented and globally recognized Australian actor hailing from the Coral Coast region of Western Australia. He rose to international prominence for his outstanding performance as the Joker in the film "The Dark Knight" (2008) for which he received a posthumous Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. Ledger also appeared in several other notable films, including "Brokeback Mountain" (2005) and "A Knight's Tale" (2001) among others.
2. Taj Burrow (born June 2, 1978)
Taj Burrow is a professional surfer born and raised in Busselton, a city located within the Coral Coast region. He has had a highly successful career in competitive surfing, consistently ranking among the world's top surfers. Burrow has won numerous events on the Association of Surfing Professionals (ASP) World Tour and has been a prominent figure in the sport for over two decades.
3. Yael Stone (born March 6, 1985)
Yael Stone is an acclaimed Australian actress known for her portrayal of Lorna Morello in the popular Netflix series "Orange Is the New Black." She was born and raised in the Coral Coast region. Stone has received critical acclaim for her acting skills and has been nominated for various awards throughout her career.
4. Jon English (1949-2016)
Jon English was a renowned Australian rock singer, musician, and actor. He was born in Hampton, within the Coral Coast region. English achieved commercial success with numerous hit singles and albums in the 1970s and 1980s. He also gained recognition for his theatrical performances, particularly his role as Judas Iscariot in the Australian production of the rock opera "Jesus Christ Superstar" (1972).
5. A. O. Neville (1875-1955)
A. O. Neville, born at Luton, Western Australia in the Coral Coast region, was a notable Western Australian public servant and protector of Aboriginals. He served as the Chief Protector of Aborigines from 1915 to 1940. Neville played a significant role in the implementation of government policies and legislation that had a lasting impact on Aboriginal populations in Western Australia.
6. Digby Ioane (born July 14, 1985)
Digby Ioane is a professional rugby player with Fijian heritage, born in Dampier, within the Coral Coast region. He has represented both Australia and Japan in international rugby union matches. Ioane is known for his explosive speed and powerful playing style, making him a formidable presence on the field.
7. Dr. Anne Aly (born February 24, 1967)
Dr. Anne Aly is an esteemed Australian politician, counter-terrorism expert, and academic. She was born in Alexandria, Egypt, and later moved to Australia, settling in Coral Coast. Dr. Aly became the first Muslim woman to be elected to the Australian House of Representatives in 2016.
8. Tim Winton (born August 4, 1960)
Tim Winton is a highly regarded Australian author known for his works of fiction, many of which are set in or inspired by the landscapes of Western Australia. He was born in Subiaco, within the Coral Coast region. Winton has received numerous accolades for his writing, including the Miles Franklin Award, Australia's most prestigious literary prize, on four occasions.
