Gary Sweet I’m a Celebrity fans are in full excitement mode in January 2026! The legendary Australian actor has entered the jungle on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! Australia (Season 12), bringing decades of charisma, grit, and iconic roles to the South African camp.

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From his Logie-winning performances to his hilarious on-screen “marriage” reunion with Julia Morris, Gary Sweet is one of the most talked-about entries this season.

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Gary Sweet Bio & Early Life

Gary Sweet was born 22 May 1957 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia (currently 68 years old in 2026). He grew up in Adelaide, South Australia, after his family moved there.

He originally trained as a teacher, earning a Diploma of Teaching (1979) and a Bachelor of Education (1980) from Sturt Teachers’ College (now part of Flinders University). While studying, he discovered drama and theatre — the spark that changed his life from teaching to one of Australia’s most respected actors.

Celebrity Journey & I’m a Celebrity Start

Gary has enjoyed one of the longest and most versatile careers in Australian entertainment — more than 45 years across film, television, and theatre.

Iconic roles include:

• Bodyline (1984) – playing cricket legend Don Bradman
• Police Rescue (1990–1996) – Sergeant Steve “Mickey” McClintock (won him TV WEEK Silver Logie – Most Popular & Most Outstanding Actor 1994)
• Cody telemovie series
• Big Sky
• Stingers
• House Husbands – fan-favourite family man (where he was “married” to Julia Morris for five seasons!)
• Alexandra’s Project (2003) – critically acclaimed thriller
• The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader (2010) – Lord Drinian
• Wentworth, Mystery Road, Wolf Creek, Neighbours (2025 as Greg Murphy)

He has won multiple Logie Awards, been inducted into the Australian Film Walk of Fame, and remains one of the country’s most recognisable character actors.

In 2026, Gary Sweet I’m a Celebrity became instant trending gold. He entered the jungle alongside Rachel Hunter, Barry Williams, Deni Hines, Concetta Caristo, Dyson Heppell and more.
His chosen charity is FightMND — raising awareness and funds for Motor Neurone Disease research.

The reunion with Julia Morris (his on-screen wife from House Husbands) was pure TV gold — with Julia joking:
“We were married for five years… televisually. We got to kiss on the lips… it was a joy.”

Net Worth

Most credible sources (including Celebrity Net Worth) estimate Gary Sweet’s net worth at approximately $3 million USD (roughly AUD $4.5–5 million) as of 2026.
This figure has remained fairly consistent over recent years and comes from:

Net Worth Breakdown (Income Sources)

Family & Relationships

Gary Sweet has had a colourful personal life with four marriages.

• First marriage: to actress Lenore Smith
• Second & third marriages: details more private
• Third marriage: to television presenter & former Commonwealth Games swimmer Johanna Griggs (1987–?) — they had two children together

He is now divorced from Johanna Griggs (his third wife).
Gary is a father of six children in total from his various relationships.

He keeps his current private life very low-key and rarely speaks publicly about his romantic relationships.

What’s Trending Right Now (Verified January 2026 Updates)

• Gary Sweet I’m a Celebrity jungle entry (Jan 18–20, 2026)
• Instant fan-favourite status — loved for his calm Aussie grit
• The very funny Julia Morris reunion moment (House Husbands throwback)
• His FightMND charity choice touching many hearts
• Early trial moments (buried alive challenge with Concetta & Dyson) going viral

FAQs

Gary Sweet I’m a Celebrity 2026 contestant is giving audiences everything — nostalgia, laughs, heart, and classic Aussie toughness. A true legend doing what he does best!