Danielle Cormack was born on December 26, 1970, in Auckland, New Zealand. She began her acting career in her late teens, participating in theatre productions and early television roles.
Cormack is a New Zealand actress with a career spanning television, film, and theatre. She is recognized for her versatility in portraying a wide range of characters across different genres.
Cormack gained international recognition for her role as Bea Smith in the Australian television drama series Wentworth (2013-2016). Prior to that, she had leading roles in several New Zealand television series, including Shortland Street, Xena: Warrior Princess (as Amazon Ephiny), The Cult, and Rude Awakenings. She also starred in the Australian series Rake.
Cormack has appeared in numerous films, showcasing her range as an actress. Some of her film credits include:
Cormack’s career began in theatre. While less publicly documented than her film and television work, she has consistently returned to the stage throughout her career.
Cormack has received several awards and nominations for her work, particularly for her role in Wentworth. She won the AACTA Award for Best Lead Actress in a Television Drama in 2015 and 2016 for her performance as Bea Smith. She has also received Logie Award nominations for the same role.
Danielle Cormack has two sons. She has been an advocate for various social causes.