Vincent Who's Who
Distinguished and Famous people from Vincent
Sir Charles Gairdner
Sir Charles Gairdner was a prominent Australian physician and medical researcher born in Vincent, Western Australia in 1898. He served as the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Western Australia and was notable for his contributions to cancer research, particularly in the field of radiation therapy. Gairdner was knighted in 1952 for his services to medicine and passed away in 1983.
Herb Elliot
Herb Elliot, born on February 25, 1938 in Vincent, Western Australia, is one of Australia's greatest middle-distance runners. He won the gold medal in the 1500 meters race at the 1960 Rome Olympics, setting a new world record, which remained unbroken for almost a decade. Elliot's exceptional running career earned him numerous accolades and he was inducted into the Sport Australia Hall of Fame in 1985.
Yvonne Kennedy
Yvonne Kennedy, born in Vincent, Western Australia in 1949, was an influential Australian academic and politician. She served as the first female Vice-Chancellor of the University of Wollongong, making significant contributions to the university's growth and reputation. Kennedy later entered politics, becoming a member of the Australian Senate for the Australian Democrats party. She was a prominent advocate for education and women's rights. Kennedy sadly passed away in 2008.
Wesley Snipes
Though not born in Vincent, Western Australia, Wesley Snipes is associated with this area through his ancestral roots. Snipes is a renowned American actor, film producer, and martial artist, best known for his roles in movies like "Blade" and "White Men Can't Jump." He has traced his family lineage to the Nyoongar people of Western Australia, including the Vincent region. Snipes has expressed a strong connection to his Indigenous Australian heritage throughout his career.
