Robyn Malcolm is one of New Zealand’s most respected and recognisable actors, beloved for her iconic roles on stage and screen: most recently the powerful film Pike River, Bafta nominated - After the Party, and of course Outrageous Fortune and Shortland Street. She is a fierce storyteller, advocate, and cultural voice who has spent decades shaping narratives that matter deeply to people’s lives.

Early in her life, Robyn struggled with an eating disorder. At a time when these illnesses were rarely spoken about openly, she navigated the experience quietly and largely alone. That lived experience has remained with her and continues to inform the way she speaks about mental health, recovery, and the importance of honest conversation.

Throughout her career, Robyn has used her platform to challenge silence and stigma. She believes recovery is possible and that no one should be denied access to specialist care because of cost, shame, or misunderstanding.

Robyn’s story resonates strongly with Recovered Living NZ’s mission. It is a reminder that eating disorders affect people from all walks of life, often invisibly, and that access to timely, compassionate treatment can change and save lives. Her voice supports a future where recovery is not the exception, but the expectation.