Cyril Mackay
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Cyril Mackay (1890-12 July 1923) was an Australian-English actor. He was well known for his theatre appearances, and for playing the lead in The Man from Snowy River.[1] While in Australia, he worked for every major theatre management in the country.[2] He was one of the most acclaimed actors of his day.[3]
Mackay had retired after suffering a nervous breakdown. He came out of retirement to play the role in The Man from Snowy River.[4]
In September 1920, a benefit was held for him to recover from "a long and gruelling illness".[5]
Mackay died in 1923 of a heart attack following influenza, leaving behind a widow and three children.[6]