Anna Wilding

Anna Wilding is an American-New Zealand director, actress, producer, and photographer. In addition to a lengthy, varied, and recognised career in acting and film production, Wilding has served as a White House correspondent, broadcaster, and photographer during the Obama administration from 2015 to 2017. In 2019, Anna Wilding's national solo photography exhibit, Celebrate Hope, is touring, featuring rare still photographs of Barack Obama and his family during his Presidency. She also played the first-ever battered wife, the character of Gail, on New Zealand television screens in the well-known series Shortland Street. Wilding directed and wrote the feature documentary film Buddha Wild. Wilding also completed camera duties, produced and hosted the film. The film played in cinemas and festivals throughout the world and won an award at the American Kids Choice Awards. Wilding's work has included consultant production work on the film trilogy Lord of the Rings. Additionally, Anna Wilding is the founder of the Wilding Foundation and Kalon Skincare.