Robyn Malcolm

'Robyn Malcolm' (qv) is a New Zealander actress known for her work in New Zealand, Australia, the United States, and the United Kingdom. She has worked in film, television and theatre, in a wide range of roles in both comedies and dramas.Malcolm became widely known and loved as the tough matriarch Cheryl West in New Zealand's acclaimed television dramedy _Outrageous Fortune (2005)_ (qv). During the show's six seasons, Malcolm won 11 awards for her acting and was hailed as "New Zealand's Sexiest Woman" four years in a row. She became known internationally for her portrayal of the comically-troubled Anita in Jane Campion's television series _Top of the Lake (2013)_ (qv).Malcolm has garnered more than 15 awards for her skillful and versatile work in New Zealand and Australia, and was the Co-Director of The New Zealand Actors Company.She lives in New Zealand with her two sons.::Johnson and Laird Management