Sherry-Lee Watson

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Sherry-Lee Watson
Born1998or1999(age 25–26)
Education Victorian College of the Arts
OccupationActor
Years active2022–present
Known for Heartbreak High
Thou Shalt Not Steal

Sherry-Lee Watson (born 1998or1999) is an Aboriginal Australian actor. She is best known for her roles as Missy on the Netflix comedy drama Heartbreak High , and Robyn in the Australian comedy series Thou Shalt Not Steal on Stan.

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Early life and education

Sherry-Lee Watson was born in 1998or1999, [1] and grew up in Alice Springs, Northern Territory. [2] She is an Arrernte woman. [3] [2]

She moved out home at the age of 14 to study and pursue a career in arts and acting. [2] [1] Watson attended the Victorian College of the Arts, studying a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre). [2]

Career

In November 2021, Watson was cast in Netflix comedy drama Heartbreak High as Missy. [4]

In 2024, McDonald starred in Stan original Thou Shalt Not Steal . [5] She appeared alongside Heartbreak High co-star Will McDonald, who she recommended for the role. [6]

Recognition and accolades

In June 2024, Watson won the inaugural Pedestrian Television Screen Star Of The Year Award, for her performance in Heartbreak High. [7]

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