Amy Bailey is a dual citizen of the United States and the United Kingdom, boasting a rich cultural background that has greatly influenced her multifaceted career.
From a young age, Amy's passion for dance led her to study with the esteemed Houston Ballet, before going on to perform with the Joffrey Ballet in New York and the London Ballet Theatre in England as a teenager. This early exposure to the world of professional dance laid the foundation for her future endeavors as a ballerina, acrobat, and aerialist.
Amy's professional dance career spanned several years, during which she had the opportunity to train with coaches from Cirque du Soleil and perform around the world. Her impressive skills and versatility earned her a reputation as a triple threat, allowing her to seamlessly transition into the world of acting.
Amy's early foray into acting began in the theatre, where she received rave reviews for her starring roles in West End musicals such as The Producers and Guys & Dolls. Her performances in these productions garnered her Best Actress nominations for the Off West End Awards, solidifying her status as a talented and versatile actress.
Amy's theatre credits also include a notable performance as "Linda" in Woody Allen's Play It Again, Sam, which earned her the distinction of being the first actress to reprise the role after Diane Keaton on a British stage.
Amy's film and television career has been marked by a range of memorable roles, including appearances in the film adaptation of the musical Nine, starring Daniel Day Lewis and Nicole Kidman, and in Tim Burton's Alice In Wonderland. Her subsequent roles in the multiple award-winning series Vikings, where she played the popular and controversial character "Kwenthrith" for three seasons, further cemented her status as a talented and versatile actress.
Amy's television credits also include roles in SyFy's Dominion, where she played the fan-favourite character "Clementine", and in Major Crimes, where she made a comedic appearance as the Russian character Karina Volsky. Her latest role as "Kayla" in Sony's biggest VR game to date, Blood & Truth, broke records upon its release in 2019 and won high acclaim for its actors' exceptional motion capture work. A sequel is currently in the works.
In addition to her acting pursuits, Amy is an active participant in the comedy improvisation scene, having trained at the famed Groundlings Theater and featuring in comedy improv troupes at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. She has also collaborated as a writer for several projects, including Netflix comic Katherine Ryan's BBC3 series and the upcoming fashion drama DNA.
Amy's passion for fashion has led her to collaborate with several fashion labels, and she has starred in an award-winning short film for Italian Vogue for designer Marios Schwab's "Chiara Skura" collection. Her impressive range and versatility have made her a sought-after talent in the entertainment industry, and her future projects are eagerly anticipated by fans and critics alike.
