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In a , Victorian Premier referenced the “great injustice” experienced by Uncle Jack, who was forcibly taken from his mother as part of the Stolen Generations.
“There is no actor, no activist, no survivor and no Victorian quite like Uncle Jack Charles,” Andrews said.
“He leaves behind a legacy — one of profound honesty, survival and reconciliation — and one that every single Victorian can be proud of.”
As well as his work as an artist, which included a slew of film, TV and theatre productions, Uncle Jack was the first Aboriginal Elder to testify at the Victorian truth-telling Yoorrook Justice Commission.
He was also named Victorian Senior Australian of the Year in 2016.
In a statement announcing his death, Uncle Jack’s family confirmed they were able to send him off on Country with a smoking ceremony at Royal Melbourne Hospital. The family also gave permission to use his name and image.
about the state funeral will available in the coming weeks.
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