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Christian Clark | |
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 Christian Clark in February 2012 | |
| Born | 15 September 1979[1] |
| Occupations | Actor, model, producer |
| Years active | 2006–present |
| Known for | Neighbours (2006–2007) Home and Away (2010) |
Christian Clark (born 15 September 1979) is an Australian actor known for his roles as Will Griggs in soap opera Neighbours from 2006 to 2007 and Penn Graham in Home and Away in 2010.
Early life
[edit]Clark studied at Screenwise, a Sydney film and television school.[2] He spent most of his twenties living overseas where he modelled and studied acting in New York.[3] He also appeared in the music video for Bec Cartwright's single "On the Borderline".[citation needed]
Career
[edit]In 2006, Clark joined the cast of long-running soap opera Neighbours, playing the role of Will Griggs.[4] His character debuted alongside new fellow Number 30 residents Pepper (Nicky Whelan), Carmella (Natalie Saleeba) and Fraser (Ben Lawson), with Will eventually revealed as being a silent partner in Lassiters.[3] Clark chose not to renew his twelve-week contract with Network Ten and departed in January 2007.[4]
Clark next appeared in 2007 fantasy film Gabriel, playing the role of Sean[1] and starred in comedy short $quid, alongside Josh Lawson and Ed Kavalee, while also serving as co-producer in the latter.[1][5] The following year, he appeared in horror film The Gates of Hell.[6] He followed this with 2009 thriller features Prey opposite Natalie Bassingthwaighte[1] and Crush with Christopher Egan and Emma Lung,[7] and had a minor role in miniseries False Witness opposite Dougray Scott and Claire Forlani.[citation needed]
In 2010, Clark joined the cast of soap opera Home and Away as the mysterious Penn Graham, a man who terrorised established character Alf Stewart (Ray Meagher).[8]
Clark had a supporting role as Andy in 2012 comedy film Any Questions for Ben?, created by Working Dog Productions.[9] That same year, he appeared in Ed Kavalee's film Scumbus, alongside an ensemble comedy cast including Toby Truslove, Kavalee, Glenn Robbins, Peter Helliar, Dave Hughes and Tony Martin,[10] also serving as producer.
In 2013, Clark starred alongside Gary Sweet and Georgina Haig as Jakob in psychological thriller Nerve, which premiered at the Sydney Film Festival.[11]
In 2015, he starred as Jason in comedy film Border Protection Squad, with Peter Helliar, Dave Hughes and Lachy Hulme.[citation needed]
Clark also had guest roles in the television shows Rescue: Special Ops[12] and Mr & Mrs Murder.[13]
Personal life
[edit]Having done a stint in Hollywood, Clark discovered a fitness regime growing in popularity in the States and after returning to Australia, he opened a gym in the Sydney suburb of Mosman, incorporating the new workout.[14]
Filmography
[edit]Film
[edit]| Year | Film | Role | Notes | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Gabriel | Sean | [1] | |
| $quid | Short film; Also co-producer |
[1][5] | ||
| 2008 | The Gates of Hell | Dylan | [6] | |
| 2009 | Crush | Wesley | [7] | |
| Prey | Jason | [1] | ||
| Smuggler | Ben | Short film | ||
| 2010 | Dying Ice | Amon | Short film | |
| Happy Endings | Date | Short film | ||
| 2011 | Scumbus | Bernie Sutherland | Also producer | [10] |
| Venger | Anthony McCullough | Short film | [15] | |
| 2012 | Any Questions for Ben? | Andy | [9] | |
| 2013 | Nerve | Jakob Evans | [11] | |
| 2014 | Flat Daddy | Flat Daddy | Short film | [16] |
| 2015 | Border Protection Squad | Jason Dundas | Also producer | |
| 2020 | Teenage Rangers | Mark Greenwood | Short film |
Television
[edit]| Year | Film | Role | Notes | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–2007 | Neighbours | Will Griggs / Sebastian Barnes | 33 episodes | [4] |
| 2009 | Rescue: Special Ops | Best Man (Jason) | Episode 1.11 | [12] |
| False Witness (aka The Diplomat) | Porter lookalike | Miniseries | ||
| 2010–2011 | Home and Away | Penn Graham | 53 episodes | [8] |
| 2011 | Snobs | Gab's love interest | TV movie | |
| 2013 | Mr & Mrs Murder | Stephen | 1 episode | [13] |
References
[edit]- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Stewart, Carolyn (12–18 June 2010). "The Bay's new heartbreakers". TV Week. No. 24. p. 6.
- ↑ "Alumni | Christian Clark". screenwise.com.au. Retrieved 28 June 2026.
- 1 2 Darren (31 March 2007). "Interviews > Christian Clark". perfectblend.net. Retrieved 28 June 2026.
- 1 2 3 Downie, Stephen (4 October 2006). "New kids on the block". The Daily Telegraph. News Limited. Archived from the original on 11 June 2015. Retrieved 27 May 2010.
- 1 2 "Squid". Screen Australia. Retrieved 28 June 2026.
- 1 2 "The Gates of Hell – Full Cast & Crew". TV Guide. Retrieved 28 June 2026.
- 1 2 "Crush – Full Cast & Crew". TV Guide. Retrieved 28 June 2026.
- 1 2 "Summer Bay welcomes mysterious Penn". Press Association. June 2010. Retrieved 2 September 2012.[dead link]
- 1 2 Schembri, Jim (9 February 2012). "Any Questions for Ben?". The Age. Retrieved 17 February 2012.
- 1 2 "Scumbus – Full Cast & Crew". TV Guide. Retrieved 28 June 2026.
- 1 2 Lehmann, Megan (14 June 2013). "Nerve: Sydney Review". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 28 June 2026.
- 1 2 "RESCUE Special Ops: episode guide | Series 1". australiantelevision.net. Retrieved 28 June 2026.
- 1 2 "Mr & Mrs Murder: episode guide | Episodes 8-13". australiantelevision.net. Retrieved 28 June 2026.
- ↑ "Orangetheory Mosman: actor Christian Clark opens gym". dailytelegraph.com.au. 19 December 2018. Retrieved 28 June 2026.
- ↑ Clark, John. "CORPORATE NEWS: 'Venger' Film Trailer Featuring Mercedes-Benz Vehicles Makes Its Debut". emercedesbenz.com. Retrieved 28 June 2026.
- ↑ "Flat Daddy". Screen Australia. Retrieved 28 June 2026.
