Briony Behets, a talented English-Australian former actress, burst onto the scene on a sweltering summer day, July 21, 1951, marking the beginning of a illustrious career that would captivate audiences for decades to come.
Her impressive journey to stardom unfolded in the world of Australian television soap operas, a realm where she left an indelible mark during the 1970s and 1980s.
At a remarkably youthful age of seventeen, Behets was the recipient of a coveted acceptance letter from the esteemed and renowned Guildhall School of Music and Drama, a prestigious institution located in the iconic city of London, where she embarked on a two-year journey of intense study and immersion in the art of acting, laying the foundation for a future marked by excellence and distinction in the world of the performing arts.
After successfully completing her academic program, Behets seized the opportunity to participate in a student exchange project, which took her on a cultural and educational journey to the United States. As part of this experience, she took on a unique and exciting role as a nightclub dancer, allowing her to hone her skills, immerse herself in the local culture, and gain valuable life skills.
Behets' subsequent television roles in Australia were marked by a notable escalation in prominence, as she became an integral part of the esteemed ensemble cast of the renowned soap opera Number 96. Specifically, in the year 1972, she joined the original cast of this iconic series, assuming the pivotal role of Helen Eastwood, a character that, unfortunately, was ultimately written out of the serial after a relatively brief tenure of mere months.
Undeterred by the conclusion of her initial venture, Behets embarked on a new chapter in her television career by joining the original cast of the adult soap opera, The Box, in the year 1974. This notable undertaking marked the beginning of a 14-month-long tenure, during which she made a lasting impression on audiences with her captivating performances. Following her successful stint in The Box, Behets briefly appeared in the Australian television series Bellbird before securing an ongoing role in the school-based teen soap opera, Class of '75.
Noted Australian actress Noni Behets boasts a diverse filmography, featuring a notable joint leading role alongside esteemed actress Judy Morris in the 1976 cinematic endeavour "The Trespassers". Behets' impressive performance in this film garnered her a prestigious nomination for the coveted Best Actress Award. Furthermore, her extensive repertoire of film credits includes prominent roles in the 1977 releases "Raw Deal" and "Inside Looking Out", as well as the 1978 production "Long Weekend".
Throughout the 2000s, Behets' professional trajectory was marked by a series of guest appearances in prominent US drama series, with one notable exception being her stint on the esteemed JAG.
As the decade drew to a close, Behets made a triumphant return to Australian television, rejoining the Neighbours cast in July 2008. This time around, she embodied the captivating character of Kate Newton, a charming and alluring romantic interest for the show's beloved Harold Bishop.
What's more, Behets' reunion with Neighbours marked a poignant homecoming of sorts, as she had previously graced the show's set in 1987, sharing the screen with the talented Ian Smith in a different role.
Noted Australian actress Behets has recently made a notable appearance on the esteemed television series, The Saddle Club, specifically in its third installment, where she took on the recurring character of Mrs. Reg, a role that was skillfully shared with another talented actor.
