Blanchett wins Aussie theatre gong

Oscar winner Cate Blanchett is celebrating after being honoured for her latest theatre role in her native Australia.

Wed, 10 Aug, 2005 - 09:48

Oscar winner Cate Blanchett is celebrating after being honoured for her latest theatre role in her native Australia.

The Aviator actress, 36, picked up a Helpmann Award for her performance in the Sydney Theatre Company's production of Hedda Gabler at the star-studded ceremony in Sydney on Monday night.

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