At just 13, Quaden Bayles has already made his mark on the big screen. In 2024, he joined one of cinema’s most iconic universes, appearing as a War Boy in Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, amidst one of the film’s most spectacular set pieces. It was Quaden’s second collaboration with director George Miller, following his debut in Three Thousand Years of Longing (2022). These roles have cemented his place as a young actor with serious screen presence – part of a new generation reshaping what Australian cinema can be.
Quaden speaks with pride about his connection to Redfern, drawing strength from his community and from a family legacy that includes broadcaster and activist Tiga Bayles. His story has also been explored in Living Black and Australian Story, tracing a creative journey still unfolding: one grounded in culture, resilience and a deepening body of work.