Bio
Susie Porter is an Australian actress best known for her starring role as Patricia Wright in the crime drama television series East West 101, from 2007-2011.
Susie was born and bred in Newcastle. After completing her BA at Newcastle University, she went to NIDA where she graduated in 1995.
Since then she has tackled varied roles, starring on both stage and screen. She won an award for her role in the critically acclaimed mini-series RAN (Remote Area Nurse).
In East West 101 Susie plays Inspector Patricia Wright, who heads the Major Crime Squad. Wright is a woman in power, isolated through her position, and yet able to approach the problems of management in a confident and feminine way.
In preparing for the role, Susie spoke with women of position and authority in the police force. The passion and dedication shown by these women informed her approach to the role of Wright.