Bryan Brown

Bryan Brown is an Australian actor and producer born in Sydney in 1947.

Bryan Brown is an Australian actor and producer born in Sydney in 1947. He is known for films and television roles including *Breaker Morant*, *The Thorn Birds*, *Cocktail*, *Two Hands*, and *Australia*.

Early life and training

Bryan Brown was born in Sydney in 1947 and later worked as an insurance salesman before moving into theatre in Australia and London. He began his screen career in the late 1970s after performing on stage.

Acting career

Brown became widely known through Australian films such as *Breaker Morant* and *Stir*, then reached a broader international audience with *The Thorn Birds*. He later worked in both Australian and American productions across film and television.

Personal life

Brown has been married to actor Rachel Ward since 1983. The couple have three children, and Ward directed him in the film *Palm Beach*.

Honours and recognition

Brown received an Emmy nomination for *The Thorn Birds* and was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia in 2005 for services to the arts and to the community.