Phoebe Tonkin

Birth Name:

Phoebe Jane Elizabeth Tonkin

Birth Place:

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Profession

Actress

Was nominated for an AFI Award for best lead actress in a TV drama for "H2O: Just Add Water" in 2008
Started acting at the age of 12, when she joined the Australian Theatre for Young People
Quote: "[On filming dramas] "I definitely realised that I gravitate towards more grounded work․ I thought I would be terrified because it is really different to anything I've been in, but the challenge was just so exhilarating․""
Has frequently taken on the role of villianous characters
Has modeled for various brands, such as Chanel, Matteau and Frame
Best known for her role in the series "The Originals․"
Appeared in the music video for Miles Fisher's song "Don't Let Go․"

2008AFI Award - Best Lead Actress in a Television Drama:Nominated
2017Festival Award - Best Actress in a Short Film (Medium):Nominated
2017Festival Award - Best Actress in a Short Film:Nominated
2019The Equity Award - Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Mini-series or Telemovie:Nominated
2024Silver Logie - Best Lead Actress in a Drama:Nominated
2025AACTA Award - Best Lead Actress in a Drama:Winner
2025AACTA Award - Best Lead Actress in Film:Nominated
2025FCCA Award - Best Actress:Winner

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