Jessica Mauboy – Celibrities
Australian singer and actress Jessica Mauboy is one of the prominent names in music and the arts in Australia. In a recent interview with ABC News, Mauboy discussed several exciting topics, including her discovery of her close connection to Olympic champion Cathy Freeman, her aspirations for the Paris 2024 Olympics, and her highly successful artistic career.
Discovering Jessica’s Connection to Cathy Freeman
Talking about Cathy Freeman, the famous Australian Olympic champion, Jessica Mauboy revealed that after years of growing up, she discovered that Freeman was closely related to her family. Jessica explains:
“When I was abroad, my family learned for the first time that Cathy Freeman is connected to us. We gathered together, and that’s when my mother discovered the connection.”
According to Mauboy, her family tree includes Cathy Freeman, who is her maternal cousin. Mauboy adds:
“There are some people in very high places that we didn’t realize we were related to.”
This deep family connection reflects the shared cultural roots between Mauboy and Freeman, both of whom belong to the Kokuyu Yalanji tribe, the same tribe Freeman is from.
Looking Forward to the Paris 2024 Olympics
Jessica Mauboy, born in Darwin, is also preparing to attend the Paris 2024 Olympics, where she will support the Australian athletes competing in the games. Additionally, Mauboy will perform her famous song “Higher” during her time in Paris, which will accompany the Australian team.
Speaking about this experience, Mauboy sang a portion of the song in front of the camera, giving her the chance to showcase her exceptional voice that has captured the public’s attention for years.
Jessica’s Artistic Career Beginnings
Jessica Mauboy started her artistic journey at a young age when she showcased her talent at the Tamworth Country Music Festival in 2004, when she was only 14 years old. That year, Mauboy won the Road to Tamworth competition, which helped her enter the world of country music.
Mauboy recalls that period saying:
“When I entered the country music scene, I felt that I didn’t need to wear makeup or fancy clothes. It was all about simple clothes and the music.”
She adds:
“Music was the most important thing to me, and I didn’t let superficial things affect my focus.”
Mauboy’s Impressive Career
Since her runner-up finish in the fourth season of Australian Idol in 2006, Jessica Mauboy has continued her artistic journey with success. She has starred in well-known films such as The Sapphires and Bran Nue Dae, and she also took on the role of coach on The Voice Australia.
She has received many prestigious awards, including ARIA and AACTA awards, reflecting her prominent status in the world of art and music.
Upcoming Projects and Tours
Mauboy’s activities are not limited to just the Olympics; she is also continuing to work on new artistic projects. After the Olympics, she will continue her Yours Forever tour, where she will perform for two nights in Melbourne. Additionally, she has been invited to participate in Night at the Barracks in Manly, one of Sydney’s major musical events.
She will also take part in the Indigenous Literacy Day celebrations at the Sydney Opera House, as well as attend the Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair and the National Indigenous Music Awards (NIMAs).
Speaking about these projects, Mauboy says:
“When they call me, I say, yes, I’m there. Being a part of these events since I was young in Darwin fills me with a sense of belonging and pride.”
Jessica Mauboy continues to shine in the Australian arts scene, achieving numerous professional and personal successes. Through her support for Australian athletes in the Paris 2024 Olympics and her dedication to preserving her cultural identity, Mauboy remains one of the most prominent figures representing Australia on the international stage.
