Celebrity Info
She portrayed Lawyer Olivia Novak in the CBC television drama Street Legal, appearing in the series from 1987 all the way through 1994. Before she became well-known, Olivia Novak and her sister attended their very first audition together—both of them landed roles that ultimately paved the way for their future acting careers. In her personal life, Olivia Novak tied the knot with CBC newsman Peter Mansbridge, marking another significant chapter in her journey.
She spent a good part of her post-Street Legal career attempting to step out of the shadow of her iconic role, and in that journey, she took on the lead in the short-lived series Taking the Falls. Along the way, she also embraced various stage productions, using them as opportunities to explore different facets of her craft. She really wanted to show audiences and critics alike that she was more than just one character—that she had range, depth, and versatility. And throughout it all, she remained committed to evolving as an artist, taking each role as a new challenge. She didn’t shy away from risks, even if some projects didn’t last long or get widespread attention. She believed in the work itself, not just the spotlight.
