How Loss Shapes a Life: Matt Okine on Grief, Comedy and Second Chances

The Australian comedian reflects on losing his mother at 12 and how grief shaped his career in comedy, acting, and television.

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Alexandra Cameron promoted to Head of Production & Co-Producer at WOODEN HORSE

Wooden Horse, the award-winning indie production company behind The Clearing and Mother and Son, has promoted Alexandra Cameron to Head of Production & Co-Producer.

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Stan Unveils Star-Studded Guest Judges for 'Drag Race Down Under' Season Four

Stan has revealed a stellar lineup of celebrity guest judges for the upcoming fourth season of Drag Race Down Under including G Flip, Sasha Colby, Sophie Monk, and more.

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Jean Kittson guest stars in MOTHER AND SON Season Finale

Arthur worries about Maggie's friendship, and Robbie’s marriage teeters in Mother and Son's season finale episode.

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MATT OKINE and DENISE SCOTT set to star in 2023 reboot of classic Australian comedy MOTHER AND SON

The 2023 reboot is promising to be a charming and hilarious eight-part series starring two of the country’s most-loved comedians, Denise Scott and Matt Okine.

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