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Gina Wilkinson

1960 – 2010

Stage, film and television actress; theatre director

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About Gina Wilkinson

Lived 1960 – 2010 (aged 50). Gina Wilkinson was a Canadian actor.

Gina Wilkinson (March 10, 1960 – December 30, 2010) was a Canadian actress of stage, film, and television, as well as a playwright and stage director.

Early life and education Wilkinson was born on March 10, 1960, in Victoria, Canada. Her father, Jack Wilkinson, was a visual artist, and her mother, Marie Wilkinson, was a ballet dancer.

She attended the National Theatre School of Canada.

Personal life Wilkinson was diagnosed with stage 4 cervical cancer on November 21, 2010. Wilkinson married her longtime partner, actor Tom Rooney, while in hospital receiving treatment on December 19, 2010.

Legacy Shortly after her death, the Gina Wilkinson Prize was established in Wilkinson's honour. The award offers financial support to a Canadian female theatre artist/leader.

Plays

My Mother's Feet Whistle Me Home

Filmography

Film

Filmography

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Important facts

Born
10 March 1960, Victoria
Birth century
20th century
Died
30 December 2010, Toronto
Occupation
Actor
Nationality
Canada, Canadians
Education
National Theatre School of Canada

People in Gina Wilkinson's life

Named in this biography and alive at the same time

Portrait of Personal
Personal
b. 1963
Computer scientist
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Tom Rooney
b. 1970
Politician
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Jack Wilkinson
1930 – 1992
Rugby league player

Contemporaries

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Human rights defender
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Frequently asked questions

Who was Gina Wilkinson?

Stage, film and television actress; theatre director (1960–2010)

When was Gina Wilkinson born?

Gina Wilkinson was born on 10 March 1960 in Victoria.

When did Gina Wilkinson die?

Gina Wilkinson died on 30 December 2010 in Toronto.

What was Gina Wilkinson's occupation?

Gina Wilkinson was an actor.

What nationality was Gina Wilkinson?

Gina Wilkinson was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gina Wilkinson

· Wikidata: Q5562935

· DBpedia: Gina Wilkinson

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