South Hobart Who's Who
Distinguished and Famous people from South Hobart
1. David Byrne (Born 1952)
David Byrne is an Australian former professional tennis player. He was born in South Hobart and achieved success in the 1970s and early 1980s. Byrne won a total of four Grand Slam titles, including the Australian Open (1977) in both singles and doubles categories. He reached a career-high ranking of No. 3 in singles and No. 2 in doubles.
2. Errol Flynn (1909-1959)
Errol Flynn was an Australian-American actor, born in South Hobart. He became one of the most famous Hollywood actors of his time, starring in numerous swashbuckler films. Flynn is best known for his roles in movies such as "The Adventures of Robin Hood" (1938) and "Captain Blood" (1935). Despite his controversial personal life, Flynn's acting talent left a lasting impact on the film industry.
3. Robert Harris (Born 1962)
Robert Harris is an Australian novelist, born in South Hobart. He is known for his historical fiction novels, many of which have become international bestsellers. Some of his notable works include "Fatherland" (1992), "Enigma" (1995), and the Cicero Trilogy, which consists of "Imperium" (2006), "Lustrum" (2009), and "Dictator" (2015). Harris's novels often intertwine real historical events with fictional narratives.
4. Mary Donaldson (Born 1972)
Mary Donaldson, now known as Crown Princess Mary of Denmark, was born in South Hobart. She met Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark during the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney, and they later got married in 2004. As a member of the Danish royal family, Crown Princess Mary is actively involved in various charitable and cultural endeavors.
5. Megan Washington (Born 1986)
Megan Washington, commonly known as Washington, is an Australian musician and songwriter. She was born in South Hobart and gained recognition for her unique indie pop style. Washington has released several successful albums, including "I Believe You Liar" (2010) and "There There" (2014), and has won multiple awards for her musical achievements.
6. David McTaggart (1932-2001)
David McTaggart was a Canadian-born environmentalist and prominent activist. Although not born in South Hobart, he chose to make it his home later in life. McTaggart played a significant role in the international environmental movement, particularly as a leader in Greenpeace. He dedicated his life to protecting the environment and advocating for nuclear disarmament.
7. Ross Kelly (Born 1964)
Ross Kelly is an Australian journalist and television news presenter. While not originally from South Hobart, he has lived in the region for several years. Kelly has worked for major news networks, including the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) and Sky News Australia. He is known for his journalistic integrity and has covered significant national and international news events.
8. Peter Jones (Born 1946)
Peter Jones is an Australian botanist and ecologist, originally from South Hobart. He has made important contributions to the field of plant taxonomy and has conducted extensive research on Tasmanian flora. Jones has published numerous scientific papers and has been involved in various botanical conservation initiatives.
