Biography
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.
Filmography
Cast Credits
Locks of Love
Character: Doris
MOVIE • 2014
When the Queen Came to Town
Character: Story Teller
MOVIE • 2014
Talkin' 'Bout Your Generation
Character: Self - Contestant
TV • 2009
Through My Eyes
Character: Avis
TV • 2004
Grim Pickings
Character: Betsy
TV • 1989
Rafferty's Rules
Character: Gwen Forster
TV • 1987
The Challenge
Character: Eileen Bond
MOVIE • 1986
Carson's Law
Character: Jennifer Carson
TV • 1983
The Man from Snowy River
Character: Rosemary Hume
MOVIE • 1982
Fatty Finn
Character: Maggie McGrath
MOVIE • 1980
The Sullivans
Character: Grace Sullivan
TV • 1976
Ride a Wild Pony
Character: Mrs. Ellison
MOVIE • 1975
The Interpretaris
Character: Vera Balovna
MOVIE • 1966