Holly Brisley is an Australian actress and presenter with a career spanning over 25 years, marked by a diverse range of roles in film, television, and theater.
Born in Adelaide, Australia, Holly's early life was shaped by her parents, Deborah and Derrick, who were both entrepreneurs in the building industry. Her family relocated to the Gold Coast when she was a baby, seeking larger opportunities in the construction sector. Her grandparents, who were also builders, made the move alongside them. Holly's sister Kate was born on the Gold Coast, and many extended family members followed suit, drawn by the region's more favorable climate.
Growing up, Holly was actively involved in dance, drama, and various school productions, earning numerous awards for her performances. As a young teenager, she began working on various TV series and commercials, and at 15, she landed her first major role in the film "Official Denial," opposite Parker Stevenson, Chad Everett, Dirk Benedict, and Erin Gray. This was followed by another notable role as a Texan schoolgirl in "The Flood," both of which were shot at Warner Bros. Movie World on the Gold Coast.
Since then, Holly has appeared in a range of films, including "Scooby Doo," "Garage Days," "Sinbad and the Minotaur," and "The Crop," for which she won the "Best Actress" award at the New York Independent Film Festival in May 2005. She has also had a successful career as a television presenter, hosting various national programs, including "The Looney Tunes Show," "Worlds Craziest Videos," and "Music programs for Foxtel."
In addition to her acting and presenting work, Holly has also had a long-running role as Amanda Vale on the popular Australian television soap "Home and Away." She has also appeared in a number of other TV shows, including "Escape with ET," "Cheez TV," "White Collar Blue," "Beastmaster," "Pizza" (Series 1 & 3),and the iconic channel 7 hit "All Saints."
Holly is currently the producer of four full-length feature films, which are in various stages of production. She resides in Sydney with her husband, Paul, and their two children, Levi and Willow.
