Holly Brisley

Holly Brisley is a talented Australian actress and television presenter, recognized for her dynamic contributions to the entertainment industry. She launched her career at just 16 years old on the popular children's show Agro's Cartoon Connection, and more recently, she has captivated audiences with her role as Amanda Vale-Baker on the iconic soap opera Home and Away. In addition to her television work, Brisley has featured in notable films such as Garage Days and The Crop, showcasing her versatility as an actress.

Born in Adelaide, South Australia, Brisley displayed a flair for performing arts from a young age, honing her skills in speech and drama and training at the Paradise Performer's Dance Academy, where she embraced various dance styles, including jazz, ballet, and tap. Her family relocated to the Gold Coast during her childhood, where she continued to pursue her passion for the arts.

In her personal life, Holly became engaged to marketing executive Paul Ford in Venice in 2005, and they tied the knot on February 11, 2006, at the Cardinal Cerretti Memorial Chapel in Manly, Sydney. The couple welcomed their son, Levi Harper Ford, in July 2009, followed by their daughter, Willow Jade Ford, in July 2012.

Holly is also a champion for health awareness, having been featured on the cover of "The Australian Coeliac" in September 2005, due to her battle with Coeliac Disease. In 2010, she undertook a significant challenge by climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, raising $50,000 for the Humpty Dumpty Foundation to support sick children, despite facing a life-threatening situation due to pulmonary edema. Today, she continues to thrive both personally and professionally.