Denise Roberts

Bio

Denise Roberts is an accomplished Australian actress and director. She is also the founder of the prestigious Screenwise Acting School in Sydney. With a career spanning over four decades, she is best known for her many iconic roles in Australian television series.

Roberts rose to fame as Julie Winters in the highly regarded medical drama G.P. (1989-1996) and continued to captivate audiences with memorable roles in God’s Favorite Idiot, Schapelle, Packed to the Rafters, Always Greener, Headland, and Cops L.A.C.

In addition to her television work, Roberts has appeared in films such as Subdivision and Razzle Dazzle. Her versatility also extends to theatre including David Williamson’s A Charitable Intent, Shirley Valentine, The Vagina Monologues and Late Nite Catechism. A recipient of numerous accolades, Denise nominations for the AACTA Awards and Silver Logie Awards, Roberts has made a significant impact on the Australian entertainment industry.

Some nominations include Best Actress in a Leading Role by the Sydney Theatre Critics for her role in the A Charitable Intent. Other nominations and awards include a Chief Glugs Award for Excellence Behind the Scenes, an AFI Award, a Variety Club of Australia Award for Best Actress in a Television Drama, numerous Silver Logie and People’s Choice nominations for Most Outstanding Actress on Australian Television, and a Film Critics Circle nomination for Best Supporting Actress. In 2015 Roberts was nominated for an AACTA Award for Best Guest or Supporting Actress in a Television Drama together with a Silver Logie for Most Outstanding Actress in a Television Drama, both for her portrayal as Rosleigh Rose Corby in Schapelle.

Denise has also directed several productions, including the acclaimed Lovers At Versailles at the Sydney Opera House.