Elaine Smith (actress)

Elaine Smith (born 23 April 1962) is an Scottish Australian former actress who found fame on television series Neighbours in 1985 as original character Daphne Clarke.

For the Scottish actress, see Elaine C. Smith.

Elaine Smith
Born (1962-04-23) 23 April 1962
Ayrshire, Scotland
OccupationTelevision actress/school teacher
Notable work
Daphne Clarke in Neighbours
Spouse(s)Jonathan Biggins
Children2

Biography

Smith auditioned for a guest role in new series Neighbours in 1984.[1] However her appearance, particularly her short spiky hair, caught the attention of the casting director and she was cast as regular character Daphne Lawrence.[1] Smith continued in the role until 1988.[2] Prior to this she had a small guest role in soap opera Sons and Daughters in 1984 as a flight attendant.

Subsequent credits include The Flying Doctors, State Coroner, Always Greener, Home and Away and All Saints in 2006.[2] She returned to University to earn a degree in teaching, and as of 2017 worked as a drama and primary school teacher in an inner west Sydney public school.

Personal life

Smith is married to actor and writer, Jonathan Biggins. The couple met while performing in a Melbourne play together.[3] Smith and Biggins have twin daughters, who were born in February 2000.[3]

References
  1. Oram, James (1988). Neighbours: behind the scenes. Angus & Robertson. p. 102. ISBN 0-207-16075-9.
  2. Richards, Holly (16 August 2010). "Neighbours: Where are they now?". The West Australian. West Australian Newspapers Limited. Archived from the original on 18 July 2011. Retrieved 11 March 2012.
  3. Freeman-Greene, Suzy (24 October 2009). "Bit parts for parents". The Age. Retrieved 11 March 2012.


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