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David Helfgott
Australian concert pianist (born 1947)
David Helfgott OAM | |
|---|---|
| Born | (1947-05-19) 19 May 1947 (age 77) Melbourne, Victoria, Australia |
| Occupation | Pianist |
| Spouses | Claire Papp (m. 1971; div. 1974)Gillian Murray [d] (m. 1984; died 2022) |
David HelfgottOAM (born 19 May 1947) is an Australian concert pianist whose life inspired the Academy Award-winning film Shine, in which he was portrayed by actors Geoffrey Rush, Noah Taylor and Alex Rafalowicz.
Biography
Early life
Helfgott was born in Melbourne to Polish Jewish parents Rachel (née Granek) and Elias Peter Helfgott.[1] He won the state final of the ABC Instrumental and Vocal Competition.[2]
London studies and mental illness
The awards he won at the Royal College of Music included the Dannreuther Prize for Best Conc