SA News Don't miss out on the headlines from SA News. Followed categories will be added to My News. As we prepare to enter 2025, we reflect on the South Australians who made an impact on the state but will sadly not be by our sides in the new year.
From inspiring advocates and trailblazing actors to controversial criminals and motivating politicians, we reflect on the loss of the prominent South Aussies we lost in 2024. JANUARY January 3: Port Pirie actor Lillian Crombie Indigenous actor Lillian Crombie. Picture: File The death of Lillian Crombie on January 3, aged 66, left the arts world and Indigenous community heartbroken.
The Pitjantjatjara and Yankunytjatjara icon became a household name after her roles in landmark Australian screen productions including Baz Luhrmann’s 2008 film Australia, The Secret Life of Us and Mystery Road. She showcased her talents on stage with some of the country’s most prestigious theatre groups, including the State Theatre Company of SA and Sydney Theatre Company. Her contribution to the arts saw her nab a lifetime achievement award from the Equity Foundation in 2019.
As a member of the Stolen Generation, she was separated from her birth family at a young age and later had a daughter Elaine Crombie, who said she lived “a very full, exciting life”. “Lily of the Valley danced around the world, acted on stages around the world, graced the big screen, the small screen and has definitely left an imprint in our lives,” Elanie said. Januar.