During her time at the university, Blanchett will take part in conversations, lectures, and other academic activities.

Cate Blanchett attended the 81st Venice Film Festival in August 2024.

Blanchett said she is excited about the opportunity to work with the next generation of thinkers and artists.

Blanchett believes that art can help us see the world in new ways and challenge our ideas. She thinks her years of experience have helped her turn feelings into ideas.

She is looking forward to talking with students and starting a creative conversation.

The visiting professorship was created in 1990 by Sir Cameron Mackintosh. It brings famous people from film and performance to the university.

Blanchett joins a list of famous past holders, including Stephen Sondheim and Sir Ian McKellen.

Sir Cameron Mackintosh is excited about Blanchett's appointment, saying she will inspire Oxford students.

Jude Kelly, Master of St Catherine’s College, praised Blanchett as one of the most important artistic voices today.

Kelly highlighted Blanchett's wide range of work and her commitment to public engagement.

Blanchett was born in Australia and has become one of the most accomplished actresses of her generation. She became famous for playing Queen Elizabeth I in the film 'Elizabeth'.

Blanchett has won two Academy Awards and many other awards. She is one of the highest-paid actresses in the world.

Her films include 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy, 'Carol', and 'Ocean's 8'.

Blanchett has also had a successful stage career and was co-artistic director of the Sydney Theatre Company.

St Catherine’s College is one of Oxford University’s colleges. It was founded in 1962 to help students with limited financial means.

The college is now one of the largest at Oxford and Cambridge, with nearly 850 students.