Rebel Wilson, the philanthropic Aussie superstar who went from law student to one of the brightest in comedy.

Rebel Wilson is best known on our screens as Pitch Perfect’s Fat Amy bringing our unique Australian humour to a global stage.

But prior to breaking into the big time, she was law student studying acting in night classes at Sydney’s Australian Theatre For Young People – a training ground she’s giving back to with a $1 million donation.

Jamila Rizvi and Rebel discuss her malaria-induced prophecy to pursue acting, making space for herself in the industry, her relationship with the media and her Year of Health alongside her generous donation.

THE WEEKEND LIST with Tait McGregor

• Read: Work. Love. Body by Future Women, edited by Jamila Rizvi and Helen McCabe
• Watch: Worth (Netflix)

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