DELTA GOODREM
The award-winning Australian artist reveals her teenage crush, comfort TV faves and the biggest misconception about her
WHAT IS THE SOUNDTRACK TO YOUR LIFE RIGHT NOW?
Hits from the ‘80s and ’90s and powerhouse vocalists, such as Cher, Tina Turner, Whitney [Houston], Celine [Dion], Bryan Adams and Bon Jovi. I’m inspired again by the classics.
WHO WAS YOUR CHILDHOOD HERO?
[The late singer and actor] Olivia Newton-John. She was – and still is – my idol and inspiration, and a kindred spirit at the same time. She was a special human in every way.
WHAT SIMPLE PLEASURE BRINGS YOU THE MOST HAPPINESS?
Watching reality TV shows. When
I’m tucked in bed with a tea in my hand and a good snack I’m very happy.
WHICH HISTORICAL CONCERTS DO YOU WISH YOU COULD’VE ATTENDED?
There are so many. Maybe the 1985 Live Aid concert with Queen, or one of Michael Jackson’s big tours.
WHAT’S ONE OF THE BIGGEST MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT YOU?
People think I’m way more serious than I am. I love having fun. I’m very playful in life and I love to joke around. I’m always up for a great time.
WHAT HAS BEEN THE MOST CHALLENGING THING TO UNLEARN?
Not taking time for myself and finding time to rest. I genuinely love working and I have so many passions, so it’s hard to stop sometimes. I’m still unlearning that one.
IS THERE A TOPIC YOU WISH PEOPLE WOULD TALK MORE ABOUT?
Anything to do with kindness and goodness in the world. We need good news more than ever.
DESCRIBE YOUR FAVOURITE WAY TO CELEBRATE...
A nice restaurant with great food, wine and a group of my closest friends.
WHAT SONG ALWAYS GETS YOU ON THE DANCE FLOOR?
“I Wanna Dance with Somebody” by Whitney Houston, or “Conga” by Gloria Estefan.
WHAT IS YOUR PHONE LOCK SCREEN?
A photo of Matt [Copley] and I from when we got engaged.
NAME THE WOMAN IN YOUR LIFE WHO HAS SHAPED YOU THE MOST...
I can’t pinpoint one. I’ve been very fortunate to be surrounded by many incredible, strong women in my life
– mentors, idols, friends and business partners. They all rock my world.
WHAT OUTFIT MAKES YOU FEEL THE MOST YOU?
A loose, super-comfy set or a power suit. Depends on the mood.
WHO WAS YOUR TEENAGE CRUSH?
[Actor] Leonardo DiCaprio. I had his poster on my wall.
WHO WAS THE LAST PERSON YOU CALLED FOR NO REASON?
Probably one of my girlfriends for a long girl chat.
WHAT ARE YOUR FAVOURITE COMFORT TV SHOWS?
[Reality show] Love is Blind – I’m obsessed! Friends and Seinfeld are my classic comfort TV shows.
OF ALL THE LOOKS YOU’VE WORN, WHICH IS YOUR FAVOURITE?
Two moments that always stand out to me are the 2003 ARIAs dress and the Con Ilio design from the 2022 AFL Grand Final performance with [singer] Robbie Williams. And both were pink.
Delta’s new single “Hearts On The Run” is available now.