I come from a very matriarchal family, which is the case for a lot of Aboriginal families. — Madeleine Madden Copy Share Image
Its been instilled in me since I was young that I have to use my platform to change the world. Thats something thats part of my DNA. I think also that just being born as an Aboriginal woman, my life… — Madeleine Madden Copy Share Image
Ive been raised by strong women in my life, who have sacrificed a lot for me to be where I am. — Madeleine Madden Copy Share
January 26 is a day of mourning and remembering for our First Nation people, and there are still some backwards people who don't acknowledge… — Madeleine Madden Copy Share
But learning how to enjoy my own company - and picking up hobbies is really important as well in not being bored and staying… — Madeleine Madden Copy Share
Aussie actors and writers and crews, we really band together. Its like a family. — Madeleine Madden Copy Share
But I was obsessed with 'Lord of the Rings' when I was little. It still is a Christmas tradition in my family. We all… — Madeleine Madden Copy Share
Im quite a family-orientated person, so being over here in a foreign country - by myself - for the first time with a big… — Madeleine Madden Copy Share
Always for me, when theres any leadup or hype or anticipation surrounding an event, such as the release of a show, it always gives… — Madeleine Madden Copy Share
I come from a very matriarchal family, which is the case for a lot of Aboriginal families. — Madeleine Madden Copy Share
As an actor, you have to try to put it in your mind that you audition for a role, and then once you send… — Madeleine Madden Copy Share
When Im older, I would love to write and direct something and work with Australian people. — Madeleine Madden Copy Share
I think thats something that is frustrating - that you audition, and say you get a role and people think you were the best… — Madeleine Madden Copy Share
My first American role I got was 'Dora.' That was my big break into the American film industry. — Madeleine Madden Copy Share
As a Black woman and a Black person my experience has been very different. I have a deep love and connection for my country… — Madeleine Madden Copy Share
Symbolism is such a major thing in 'The Wheel of Time'. One of the things that Robert Jordan was renowned for was his attention… — Madeleine Madden Copy Share
This is an Australia I'm willing to celebrate; an Australia that listens, learns and empathises with our Indigenous people. — Madeleine Madden Copy Share
