Holly Mary Combs is a popular American actress and movie producer. She gained worldwide popularity by starring in the series Charmed. At the moment, this actress lives a quiet family life. She is the head of the organization "Children of the Lanes", which provides assistance to difficult teenagers.
Artist's childhood
Holly Mary Combs was born December 3, 1973 in San Diego. Her parents met while studying at school. They left high school and began to live together. Mother Loralay dreamed of becoming an actress, but she did not have such an opportunity. Holly's parents Mary divorced when she was still at a young age. The future artist wandered with her mother in rented apartments. In 1981, they moved to New York. There, mom met her second husband. In New York, Holly began to look for jobs in advertising. This was her first shooting experience. Then she went to college Professional Children's School NY This artist in her youth was not an example to follow. She made tattoos, started smoking, drank and tried drugs. But she was able to stop in time and devote herself to creativity. Mom at first always accompanied the young actress and strongly supported her.
Filming a movie
While still at school, Holly Mary Combs played a minor role in the series Walls of Glass. Together with her, her mother also starred in the series. Two years later, Combs appeared in an episode of the movie "Pleasant Dance of the Hearts." At the age of 16, this budding actress was lucky enough to star in Oliver Stone's film “Born on the Fourth of July”. Team mate Holly Mary in this film was Tom Cruise. The young actress gained fame by starring in the series "Fencers Outpost". For four years of television shows, the series has become popular in America and beyond. Holly Mary Combs was praised by critics and received the Young Artist Award. After filming in the series, this actress was regularly invited to television projects and offered her roles in the movie.
Participation in the series Charmed
Of course, the main work in the career of Holly Mary Combs is the role of the witch in the series “Charmed”. The shooting of the series lasted for eight years. The history of witches was watched by millions of viewers from around the world. The main characters had to work for 14 hours a day. Numerous tricks had to be performed in elegant suits and shoes. Despite all the difficulties, actress Holly Mary Combs was pleased with the success of the series. A friendly atmosphere reigned on the site. Holly has been friends with film partner Alissa Milano for many years. In the last season, Holly was also a co-producer of this popular series.
Continuation of acting career
After the success of the Charmed series, the main characters became popular favorites. Actresses began to be actively invited to new paintings. Films with Holly Mary enjoyed the interest of the audience, but, despite the presence of such a star, the picture "Mistresses" did not meet the expectations of the creators. Then the movie "Pretty Little Liars" was released on television. Holly in this picture was played by Ella Mantgomery, the mother of the main character. The picture was so successful that it was broadcast on television for four seasons.
In the biography of Holly Mary Combs, there were ups and downs. Despite this, she became a real star and has her own army of fans.
The personal life of the artist
Holly Mary first married at the age of 19. Her chosen one was actor Brian Travis Smith. The marriage ceremony took place in Las Vegas. The couple was happy, but after four years their union broke up. The next love of the popular artist was a school teacher. But it didn’t reach the wedding. In 2004, Holly Mary married a second time. She met the main love of her life on the set of the Charmed series. Her lover David Donohoe was previously uninterested in the media. But after marrying the star of the series, he found out how hard it is for famous people to live. The spouses had three sons. Everyone put this couple as an example. In 2011, popular spouses surprised the whole world by filing for divorce. Holly Mary did not have to be bored alone for long. At 43, she married a third time. A popular actress with happy eyes showed reporters a wedding ring.
Lifestyle
Holly Mary Combs does not go to numerous social parties. She spends most of her time with her children on her own ranch. There, the TV star has a stable in which three horses live. The actress regularly practices horseback riding with her Charmed colleague Alissa Milano. In addition to horses, five dogs, two cats, hamsters, rabbits and fish live in the house. Holly Mary, as mentioned above, runs the organization "Children of the Lane", which provides assistance to disadvantaged teens. The actress regularly posts family and work photos on the Internet.
Holly mary these days
Almost 20 years have passed since the show of the Charmed series. Famous witches refused to participate in the remake. Holly Mary Combs, along with Shannen Doherty, participated in the show "Off the map." In it, popular actresses showed viewers unknown corners of the United States. In 2016, TV hosts along with the film crew traveled to their native country and gave the audience a lot of positive impressions. The actress regularly appears on television and encourages viewers to do good deeds.
The biography of Holly Mary Combs is undoubtedly admirable. From an unknown young artist, she became the star of the series. At the moment, she has left work and is an exemplary mother. In 2017, the filming of the legendary Charmed series was resumed. Undoubtedly, the audience will miss the main characters so much loved by them.