Jessica Watson
Writing
Biography
No biography available for Jessica Watson.
Born: May 18, 1993
Place of Birth: Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
Known For
True Spirit
When the tenacious young sailor Jessica Watson sets out to be the youngest person to sail solo, nonstop and unassisted around the world, many expect her to fail. With the support of her sailing coach and mentor Ben Bryant and her parents, Jessica is determined to accomplish what was thought to be impossible, navigating some of the world’s most challenging stretches of ocean over the course of 210 days.
210 Days – Around The World With Jessica Watson
Australia’s darling of the seas, 16 year old Jessica Watson, and Sony Music Entertainment Australia are proud to announce the release of a special documentary 2 DVD set. The DVD entitled 210 DAYS follows Jessica’s journey from her departure in October 2009 to her triumphant return to Sydney Harbour on 15 May 2010. Viewers will follow the Jessica’s journey around the world on her yacht Ella’s Pink Lady. Jessica Watson made history in May 2010 when, at the age of 16 after sailing 24,285 nautical miles & spending 210 days at sea, she became the youngest person to sail solo and unassisted around the world.
Dancing with the Stars
Celebrities and their professional dance partners strut their stuff on the dancefloor. Each week, one couple is voted off by the public and a panel of judges. And so it goes week after week until just one star remains.
Ice Maiden
Ice Maiden charts the uncompromising determination of Australian Lisa Blair, who became the first woman in history to sail solo around Antarctica.
Filmography
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