Joy Chambers
| Joy Chambers | |
|---|---|
| Born |
1947 (age 68–69) Ipswich, Australia |
| Occupation | Actress, author |
| Spouse(s) | Reg Grundy (1971–) |
| Website | http://www.joychambers.com/ |
Joy Chambers (born 1947) is an Australian actress, author and business woman.
Career
Chambers is known for such television soap opera roles as Rita Merrick in The Restless Years, Dr Robyn Porter in The Young Doctors, and Rosemary Daniels in Neighbours. Chambers has played Rosemary since 1986. Rosemary is the only character who has always been in the show, although only on a recurring basis.[1] Chambers made a brief return to the show in 2005, after line producer Linda Walker emailed her asking if she would return for the 20th anniversary celebrations.[2] She shot her scenes in April on a visit to Melbourne.[2][3] In May 2010, it was announced that Chambers would again be reprising the role of Rosemary.[4]
Chambers has a keen interest in poetry and literature which began in childhood with her father encouraging her deep love of the English word. Chambers is an author of historical novels.[5] She is also the International Patron of the Ipswich Poetry Feast.
Personal life
Chambers is married to media mogul Reg Grundy. The couple live in Bermuda.[5]
Bibliography
- Mayfield (1993)
- My Zulu, Myself (1995)
- Vale Valhalla (2000)
- None But the Brave (2003)
- For Freedom (2007)
- The Great Deception (2012)
References
- ↑ Monroe, Josephine (1996). Neighbours: the first 10 years. Penguin Group. p. 115. ISBN 0-7181-4212-8. Retrieved 29 May 2010.
- 1 2 Hornery, Andrew (30 July 2005). "Back in the Hood". The Sydney Morning Herald (Fairfax Media). Retrieved 5 May 2010.
- ↑ Green, Kris. "First 'Neighbours' 20th anniversary shots". Digital Spy. Hachette Filipacchi UK. Retrieved 5 May 2010.
- ↑ "Blast from the past". Holy Soap. Channel Five. 10 June 2010. Retrieved 10 June 2010.
- 1 2 Teutsh, Danielle (30 November 2008). "Three cheers for Mr Television". The Sydney Morning Herald (Fairfax Media). Retrieved 15 June 2013.