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Gina Wilkinson
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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.
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Early life and education
Wilkinson was born on March 10, 1960, in Victoria, Canada.[1] 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.[1]
Career
Wilkinson spent the majority of her early career as an actor; however, she later expanded to directing. In 2007, Wilkinson directed Born Yesterday at the Shaw Festival. In 2010, she directed Faith Healer for Soulpepper.[1] She also directed Half an Hour for the Shaw Festival. In 2010, Wilkinson directed the world premiere of Brendan Gull's Wide Awake Hearts at Tarragon Theatre.[2]
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.[1] She died on December 30, 2010, aged 50.[3][4]
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.[5][6]
Plays
- My Mother's Feet
- Whistle Me Home
Filmography
Film
Filmography
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External links
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