“I've known the panic of financial struggle. I didn't grow up with money at all, and my family has certainly known the panic of, 'Oh, gosh, where's the next bit of money coming from?'”

Australian actress of the late 20th and 21st centuries, she is celebrated for her transformative performances in film and theater. Her work spans iconic roles like Elizabeth I in *The Queen* and Galadriel in *The Lord of the Rings*, earning her two Academy Awards and a reputation for depth and versatility.