Fans pay tribute to legendary actor David Gulpilil after he wins top NAIDOC award

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Australians have offered messages of support for Indigenous acting legend David Gulpilil after he revealed his battle with cancer upon winning a top NAIDOC award

Ten Indigenous Australians were recognised across the categories of sports, arts and community contributions at the 2019 NAIDOC Awards.

Dean Duncan, national diversity manager at non-for-profit organisation Lifestyle Solutions was awarded NAIDOC Person of the Year as a champion of diversity, social justice and equality.National NAIDOC committee co-chair John Paul Janke said the annual awards provide the opportunity to showcase indigenous excellence.

"They celebrate our past, our present and our future and individuals' unwavering determination and work enrich our communities," Mr Janke said in a statement.Lifetime Achievement Award - David Gulpilil Ridjimiraril Dalaithngu, AMCaring for Country - Littlewell Working GroupScholar of the Year - Professor Michael McDanielAdditional reporting: AAP

 

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My mum had the same, she never described it as a battle, I don’t think David Gulpillil has either. Change your language sbsnews please

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