Holly Valance is an Australian actress, model, and singer. Her net worth is around $20 million. She is also known as Holly Rachel Candy after marrying billionaire real estate developer Nick Candy in 2012. The couple has two children.
Holly started her career in the famous Australian soap opera Neighbours. Later, she moved into music and acting in Hollywood movies and TV shows. She is also known for her modeling career and her hit music albums.
Early Life
Holly Valance was born on May 11, 1983, in Melbourne, Australia. Her father was a Serbian pianist, and her mother was a British-Spanish model. Her parents divorced when she was young.
Her father later opened a clothing store in Melbourne and sometimes used Holly’s photos for ads. As a teenager, she worked as a model for catalogs and even lingerie ads.
Early Caree
At just 16 years old, Holly was cast as Felicity “Flick” Scully in Neighbours. She appeared in about 330 episodes between 1999 and 2002, and again in 2005.
She also featured in the music video He Don’t Love You by Human Nature. This gave her more attention as a young rising star.
Music CareerHolly launched her music career in 2002 with the single Kiss Kiss. The song became a hit and even reached #1 in Macedonia.
Her first album, Footprints, came out in October 2002. It reached #15 in Australia and #9 in the UK.
Her second album, State of Mind, was released in 2003. The lead single peaked at #14 in Australia and #8 in the UK. But the album was not as successful.
By 2004, her contract with Warner Music ended, and she retired from music.
Acting and Mainstream Success
At 18, Holly moved to the UK to explore more acting and modeling opportunities.
She starred in American TV shows like CSI: Miami, Prison Break, Shark, and Entourage. She also acted in movies like Pledge This!, Taken, and DOA: Dead or Alive.
In 2011, Holly appeared on Strictly Come Dancing, and in 2013, she was a judge on Shopaholic Showdown.
Personal Life
In 2012, Holly married British billionaire Nick Candy. They live in one of the most luxurious apartments in London’s One Hyde Park, which Nick himself developed.
The couple owns several properties in London and the countryside. They also have two children together.
Real Estate
Holly and Nick own some of the most expensive properties in England and the U.S.
In 2010, actor Jeremy Renner bought a home in Holmby Hills for $7 million. After renovations, it was sold to Nick’s brother for $24 million, and later Nick bought it for $28.5 million.
The mansion, called “The Reserve”, is a 21,000 sq. ft. estate with a guest house of equal size. In 2022, Holly and Nick listed it for $85 million.
Here’s a quick look at their properties:
| Property Location | Details | Value |
| One Hyde Park, London | Luxurious penthouse | Not Disclosed |
| Chelsea, London | Mansion | Not Disclosed |
| Cotswolds, England | Countryside estate | Not Disclosed |
| Holmby Hills, Los Angeles | “The Reserve” mansion | $85 million (listed) |
FAQs
How much is Holly Valance worth?
$20 million.
Who is Holly Valance married to?
Nick Candy.
How many kids does Holly Valance have?
Two.
What was Holly’s first big TV role?
Neighbours.
Did Holly Valance release music albums?
Yes, two albums.