Robin Eastwood: Industry in mourning as beloved Australian TV icon dies aged 62
Veteran Australian TV producer Robin Eastwood died earlier this week at the age of 62 after a short illness.
This beloved industry veteran had over 30 years of show business experience, producing a number of popular TV shows including Who Do You Think You Are? and SBS’s Every Family Has A Secret.
Production company Artemis Media announced the news on Tuesday via social media.
“We are devastated to learn of the passing of Robin Eastwood, a beloved and admired member of the Artemis Media family,” they wrote in a statement.
‘Robin is a force in our industry. We have had the privilege of working with her on many series over the past 20 years: Desperately Seeking Sheila, Who Do You Think You Are?, Monash and Me and Every Family has a Secret.’
They praised Robin’s incredible work ethic and her great mentoring of those entering the industry.
‘As a Line Producer and Production Manager, Robin set the standard, bringing professionalism and compassion to her work. Her teams felt cared for and supported, and she generously shared her knowledge through mentorship.
“Robin was a loyal friend to many and we will all miss her dearly. Our thoughts are with her beloved family.”
Veteran Australian TV producer Robin Eastwood passed away earlier this week at the age of 62 after a short illness
The beloved industry veteran had over 30 years of show business experience, producing a number of popular TV shows including SBS’ Who Do You Think You Are? and Every Family Has A Secret
Western Australia’s Screenwest also paid tribute to Eastwood, writing: “We are saddened to hear of Robin’s passing. Our condolences to Robin’s family, friends and colleagues.”
Meanwhile, many of her former colleagues posted their tributes on social media.
“This is very upsetting. I have always loved working with her,” wrote WDYTYA composer Ash Greig.
Cinematographer Ian Batt added: “What sad news. She was instrumental in the success of so many projects I was involved in.”
After completing her studies at Monash University in Melbourne in the early 1980s, Eastwood went to work in Japan, representing the Australian Tourism Commission in Tokyo for two years.
Eastwood began her media career in 1987 in Australia, where she provided media coordination for Japanese productions filmed Down Under.
Production company Artemis Media announced the heartbreaking news on social media on Tuesday