Chantal Contouri
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- January 1, 1950 in Agios Georgios, Vion, Lakonias, Greece
- Age
- 76
- Active Years
- 1974–2023 (50 Years)
- Total Credits
- 21 credits in database
Biography
Chantal Contouri is a Greek-Australian television actress and former dancer. Born in Greece in 1950, she emigrated with her family to Australia aboard the Italian ship Castel Felice in 1954, settling in Adelaide where she attended Adelaide High School and learned English. After leaving home, she began her career as a dancer and appeared on the music show Kommotion before moving into acting. Contouri is best known for her role as nurse Tracy Wilson in the 1970s soap opera Number 96. She is noted as the first Greek actress to win a Logie Award, and she has also taken on guest and recurring roles in various television series, soap operas, and Australian films.
Career overview
Chantal Contouri is a television actress and former dancer. Born in Greece in 1950, her family emigrated to Australia aboard an Italian ship named Castel Felice in 1954 and settled in Adelaide. She attended Adelaide High School, where she learned English. After leaving home, she began her career as a dancer and appeared on the music show Kommotion before venturing into acting.
Contouri is best known for her role in the 1970s soap opera Number 96, where she played nurse Tracy Wilson. She was the first Greek actress to win a Logie Award. Throughout her career, she has taken on guest and recurring roles in various television series, soap operas, and Australian films. Her acting credits include work alongside other performers such as Shirley Cameron and Henry Silva, in projects directed by figures like Rod Hardy.
Her background spans both dance and television performance, establishing her presence in Australian media during the 1970s and beyond. Her early life in Greece and subsequent relocation to Australia shaped her upbringing and education before entering the entertainment industry.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
21 titles- Celebrity House Cleaner (2023) as Zara Kozwalski
- Ribspreader (2022) as Hand of Death
- Hotel Mumbai (2019) as Mrs. Karvelas
- Storm Boy (2019) as Julie Sims
- Wastelander Panda: Exile (2014) as Varrick
- Birthday (2009) as Scarlet
- The Wannabes (2003) as Sally
- Offspring (1996) as Rosa Cassini
- Metal Skin (1994) as Savina's Mother
- E Street (1989) as Julia Preston
- Goodbye, Miss 4th of July (1988) as Olymbia Janus
- Olivia Newton-John: Hollywood Nights (1980) as Self
- Touch and Go (1980) as Fiona
- Thirst (1979) as Kate Davis
- Snapshot (1979) as Madeline
- The Sullivans (1976) as Melina Baker
- Alvin Purple (1976) as Christine
- McManus MPB (1976) as Lara Boltolavic
- Is There Anybody There? (1976) as Rosa
- Barry McKenzie Holds His Own (1974) as Zizi
- Alvin Rides Again (1974) as Boobs la Touche
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Chantal Contouri best known for?
Chantal Contouri is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Hotel Mumbai (2019), Storm Boy (2019), Shin Ikki Tousen (2022), The 4400 (2004).
When and where was Chantal Contouri born?
Chantal Contouri was born on January 1, 1950 in Agios Georgios, Vion, Lakonias, Greece.
How many credits does Chantal Contouri have?
Chantal Contouri has 21 film and television credits listed on archytele, with work dated between 1974 and 2023.
What is Chantal Contouri's background in cinema and television?
Chantal Contouri is a Greek-Australian television actress and former dancer. Born in Greece in 1950, she emigrated with her family to Australia aboard the Italian ship Castel Felice in 1954, settling in Adelaide where she attended Adelaide High School and learned English. After leaving home, she began her career as a d...
Chantal Contouri by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Hotel Mumbai (2019) as Mrs. Karvelas — aged about 69
- Storm Boy (2019) as Julie Sims — aged about 69
- E Street (1989) as Julia Preston — aged about 39
- Thirst (1979) as Kate Davis — aged about 29
- The Sullivans (1976) as Melina Baker — aged about 26
- Alvin Rides Again (1974) as Boobs la Touche — aged about 24
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