Leah Ayres

Leah Ayres

67 · Born: May 28, 1957

Personal Details

BornMay 28, 1957 Baltimore, Maryland, USA
Spouse
  • Bruce Kalish

    ( Nov 10, 1991 to May 10, 2025 )
  • Warren Dillaway Ayres Jr.

    ( May 21, 1977 to May 10, 2025 )
Parents
  • Keats Smith
Relatives
  • Austin Kalish (Grandparent)
  • Matthew Biederman (Niece or Nephew)
  • Fay Simpson (Sibling)

Biography

Leah Ayres, a multifaceted American actress, yogi, and entrepreneur, was born Leah Simpson on May 28, 1957, in Baltimore, Maryland. With a career that has spanned numerous decades, Ayres has showcased her impressive acting prowess in a wide range of roles, including her notable portrayal of Valerie Bryson in the daytime soap opera The Edge of Night, which aired in the early 1980s. Additionally, Ayres made a significant impact in the 1988 martial arts film Bloodsport, where she starred alongside the renowned Jean-Claude Van Damme.

Biography of Christopher Ayres:

Christopher Ayres, a talented individual, has made a profound influence in the realm of television, taking on the pivotal role of Marcia Brady in the 1990 dramatic revival of the beloved sitcom, The Brady Bunch. This remarkable portrayal, which replaced the original actress Maureen McCormick, has undoubtedly solidified his position in popular culture, leaving an indelible mark on the industry and the hearts of audiences everywhere.

Ayres, a multifaceted individual, has made a significant mark in the realms of both acting and wellness, with her profound influence transcending the boundaries of her craft. In addition to her successful acting career, she has also established herself as a prominent figure in the world of yoga and wellness, adopting the moniker Leah Kalish.

In her capacity as Program Director for Yoga Ed. in Los Angeles, Kalish has played a pivotal role in shaping the organization's programs and initiatives, utilizing her extensive knowledge and expertise to further the organization's mission.

Moreover, Kalish's entrepreneurial prowess has led her to co-create the Yoga Kit for Kids, a comprehensive program designed to introduce the principles of yoga to children in a fun and engaging manner. This innovative initiative has not only helped to foster a sense of well-being and self-awareness in young minds but has also served as a valuable tool for parents and caregivers seeking to instill healthy habits and values in their children.

Furthermore, Kalish has also co-authored Games for Life, a book of games and visualizations specifically designed for children. This groundbreaking publication has been widely acclaimed for its ability to engage children in the practice of yoga and mindfulness, providing them with a valuable foundation for a lifetime of physical, emotional, and mental well-being.

Ayres has not only penned and appeared in the widely acclaimed Yoga Fitness for Kids video series, expertly crafted and distributed by the renowned Living Arts and Gaiam, but has also ventured into the realm of children's entertainment and wellness, carving out a remarkable niche for herself as a visionary trailblazer.

Career

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1998
Sliders
Sliders as Darla
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1995
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1992
The Player
The Player as Sandy
{"id":8496,"title":"Who's the Boss?","year":1990,"character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/whos-the-boss","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_8496.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_8496.jpg"},"released":1}
1990
{"id":9841,"title":"Freddy's Nightmares","year":1989,"character":"Roxanne Wodehouse","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/freddys-nightmares","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/45p5av36c1l0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/45p5av36c1l0.jpg"},"released":1}
1989
Freddy's Nightmares
Freddy's Nightmares as Roxanne Wodehouse
{"id":1742,"title":"Bloodsport","year":"1988","character":"Janice Kent","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/bloodsport","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1lfaemgfn4mo.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1lfaemgfn4mo.jpg"},"released":1}
1988
Bloodsport
Bloodsport as Janice Kent
{"id":161161,"title":"Hot Child in the City","year":"1987","character":"Rachel Wagner","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/hot-child-in-the-city","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_161161.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_161161.jpg"},"released":1}
1987
Hot Child in the City
Hot Child in the City as Rachel Wagner
{"id":7014,"title":"1st & Ten","year":1987,"character":"Jill Schrader","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/1st-ten","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_7014.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_7014.jpg"},"released":1}
1st & Ten
1st & Ten as Jill Schrader
{"id":192114,"title":"Velvet","year":"1984","character":"Cass Dayton","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/velvet-1984","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_192114.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_192114.jpg"},"released":1}
1984
Velvet
Velvet as Cass Dayton
{"id":1059,"title":"The A-Team","year":1984,"character":"Jenny Olsen","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-a-team","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/3vagln6i63b0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/3vagln6i63b0.jpg"},"released":1}
The A-Team
The A-Team as Jenny Olsen
{"id":8389,"title":"Eddie Macon's Run","year":"1983","character":"Chris Macon","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/eddie-macons-run","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_8389.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_8389.jpg"},"released":1}
1983
Eddie Macon's Run
Eddie Macon's Run as Chris Macon
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Nine to Five
Nine to Five as Linda Bowman
{"id":163053,"title":"Dead Ringer","year":"1981","character":"Waitress","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/dead-ringer-1982","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_163053.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_163053.jpg"},"released":1}
1981
Dead Ringer
Dead Ringer as Waitress
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The Burning
The Burning as Michelle
{"id":6194,"title":"All That Jazz","year":"1979","character":"Nurse Capobianco","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/all-that-jazz","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/f7umfolhgua0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/f7umfolhgua0.jpg"},"released":1}
1979
All That Jazz
All That Jazz as Nurse Capobianco
{"id":103834752,"title":"The Edge of Night","year":1956,"character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-edge-of-night","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103834752.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103834752.jpg"},"released":1}
1956