Becoming the third member of the Donovan family to appear on the Australian TV soap, 18-year-old Jemma is expected to make her debut on the show in the summer of 2019.
- March 27, 2019
AceShowbiz - Singer and actor Jason Donovan's teenage daughter has landed a role on the Australian TV soap where he won his big break.
Jemma Donovan, 18, becomes the third member of the family to appear on "Neighbours", after her dad and grandfather.
Jemma's character Harlow Robinson will make her debut on the show this summer.
"The timing was perfect because since my previous role on "Spotless" in 2015, I stopped going to auditions and acting because I wanted to finish my schooling, get my A levels and see what I wanted to do after that, so it's great how everything has fallen into place," the teen says.
Her proud dad, who played Scott Robinson on Neighbours from 1986 to 1989, adds, "Neighbours is an incredible learning curve for any young actor. It's become an institution and I'm so grateful for my time on Ramsay Street.
"There are so many great memories for me looking back, and to be honest this is Jemma's moment."
Jason's dad, Terence Donovan, also appeared in "Neighbours" between 1990 and 2016.
"My dad had a wonderful few years and I'm sure Jemma will also embrace the experience and honour the past," Jason beams.
