by Maggie Kirkpatrick (Author)
What happens when you take a half-orphan from the coast with stars in her eyes and give her the chance to play a sadistic, psychopathic prison guard in a cult TV series? She turns into a household name, that's what. But there's so much more to Maggie Kirkpatrick than Prisoner's freak Joan Ferguson. Over an acting career spanning almost six decades Maggie has established herself as a respected actor, appearing in many productions on the stage, television and big screen. She's been a political activist, wife, mother and grandmother, and a friend to some of the most renowned professionals in the entertainment industry worldwide. "The Gloves Are Off" is the memoir of a working actor, and your chance to get to know the real Maggie Kirkpatrick.
Author Biography
Maggie Kirkpatrick is an Australian TV actress whose career has encompassed roles across film, TV, and an extensive time in theatre. Maggie's most known TV role is as Prison Guard Joan 'The Freak' Ferguson on legendary Aussie TV Drama Prisoner.