In 1994, the Australian film The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert was first released.
Directed by Stephan Elliott, it went on to become a worldwide hit; it was especially praised for its positive portrayal of LGBT characters and was even nominated for an Oscar.
Now, just like beloved classics The Devil Wears Prada and How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert is close to getting a sequel.
In August 2026, Guy Pearce sat down with Sunrise to give a long-awaited update on the project.
“We really want to do this. We’re essentially just trying to raise the money and just finalise the script,” said Guy.
As we wait for more news about the highly anticipated sequel, The Weekly looks at where the original cast members of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert are now.
Who were the three main actors in Priscilla, Queen of the Desert?
Hugo Weaving, Guy Pearce, and Terence Stamp.
Where are the cast members of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert now?
Hugo Weaving
Hugo Weaving has had an incredibly successful career since starring in The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert as Anthony ‘Tick’ Belrose/Mitzi Del Bra.
He’s starred in blockbuster films like The Matrix, Captain America: The First Avenger, V for Vendetta and The Lord of the Rings.
Not to mention he has won a Logie, an AFI and a Critics Choice Award.
Most recently, Hugo has starred in Slow Horses and How to Make Gravy, and in 2026 he will lead the upcoming SBS TV drama, The Airport Chaplain.
In November 2024, Hugo also teased that a sequel to Priscilla, Queen of the Desert could be on the cards.
“I was texting the director [Stephan Elliott] this morning. I’ve got another script to read. I’ve read about five drafts… It’s slowly getting closer to perhaps happening next year. Still lots of things to finalise, but it’s looking promising,” Hugo told Variety.
Guy Pearce
Guy Pearce played Adam Whitely/Felicia Jollygoodfellow in The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert.
Since then, Guy has starred in many films and television shows like Memento, The Hurt Locker, and The Clearing, and won an Emmy Award for his performance as Monty Berago in Mildred Pierce.
Most recently, Guy appeared in the Neighbours reboot and the 2024 film Inside.
Terence Stamp
After playing Bernadette Bassenger in The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, Terence Stamp went on to star in numerous projects such as The Adjustment Bureau, The Limey and Song for Marion.
Most recently, Terence appeared in the 2023 film Last Night in Soho.
In August 2025, it was announced that Terence had sadly passed away aged 87.
However, during an interview with Sunrise in August 2026, Guy Pearce hinted that Terence may have played some part in the upcoming Priscilla, Queen of the Desert sequel.
“Terence really wanted to do the film. He knew he was unwell, and was, you know, getting close to the end. So he very graciously wanted to be captured on camera,” he shared.
Bill Hunter
Bill Hunter played Robert ‘Bob’ Spart The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert and went on to star in Muriel’s Wedding, Finding Nemo and Australia.
Sadly, Bill passed away on May 21, 2011.
Sarah Chadwick
After The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, Sarah Chadwick — who played Marion Barber — pivoted to television.
Over the years, she’s appeared in Blue Heelers, Packed to the Rafters and Home & Away.
Most recently, Sarah appeared in the 2022 series Remember My Name.
Ken Radley
Ken Radley has continued acting since The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert. Most recently, he appeared in an episode of the Asher Keddie-led series Fake.
The rest of the Priscilla, Queen of the Desert cast
Mark Holmes, Julia Cortez, Daniel Kellie, and Leighton Picken have all retired from acting since the film’s release.
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