Aussie acting royalty takes centre stage
This Is Your Life celebrates Rebecca Gibney
In this star-studded episode of the all-new This Is Your Life, the who’s who of drama and comedy come together to celebrate everyone’s favourite honorary Aussie and Gold Logie winner, Rebecca Gibney.
A household name and one of the most popular actors on Australian screens, Rebecca has enjoyed a stellar career, appearing in 28 TV series and miniseries, 15 telemovies and 11 films.
Big red book in hand, host Melissa Doyle heads to stunning Central Otago, New Zealand, where she surprises Rebecca on the set of her latest drama series, Under the Vines.
In a fitting tribute to the iconic actress, this special episode of This Is Your Life is filled with revealing stories, a one-of-a-kind musical tribute and tearful reunions.
Witness a heart-warming reunion with cast from Packed to the Rafters including Erik Thomson, Zoe Ventoura, George Houvardas and Hugh Sheridan.
Hollywood heavyweights Deborra-Lee Furness and Hugh Jackman reveal all about their steamy scenes with Rebecca, including a revelation from the star herself about what it was like to kiss Hugh Jackman.
Esteemed Australian actors Kerry Armstrong, Jane Hall, Sigrid Thornton and Claudia Karvan share their insights into Rebecca’s adored career.
Through many celebrities, Rebecca relives her biggest roles on Australian shows, including Come in Spinner, The Flying Doctors, Halifax FP and Wanted.
Former heartthrob Andrew McFarlane reveals Rebecca’s impact on his career during filming of the The Flying Doctors.
In a tear-jerking homecoming Rebecca is reunited with her much-loved family, the Gibney clan, for the first time in over three years including her treasured mother Shirly. Her teenage son Zac reveals the playful side of his famous mother and her adoring husband Richard reveals the story of their most unusual marriage proposal.
In a show-stopping surprise for Rebecca, John Paul Young performs the iconic hit Love is in the Air, the song that brought joy back into Rebecca’s life during some challenging times.
And in the biggest tribute of the night, music legend Daryl Braithwaite performs Rebecca’s favourite song of all time, his iconic hit The Horses.
Rebecca Gibney, This is Your Life.
This Is Your Life is an ITV Studios Australia production for the Seven Network.
Rebecca Gibney, This Is Your Life – Television event premieres 7.30pm Monday, 7 November on Channel 7 and 7plus
