Colley Bailey's journey began in Mountain Home, Arkansas, where he was born and spent his formative years in the Ozarks. His introduction to the world of acting came through a high school production of "Rebel Without a Cause", where he took on the iconic role made famous by James Dean. This early exposure to the craft of acting caught the attention of a Little Rock talent agent, who signed him while he was still in high school.
Colley's academic pursuits led him to the University of Central Arkansas, where he earned his degree in Theater in 2007. During his time at the university, he made the most of his opportunities, appearing in a range of acting projects, including commercials, short films, and numerous college theatrical productions.
After completing his degree, Colley took the bold step of moving to Los Angeles in 2009. His decision proved to be a wise one, as he soon found success in his acting career, filming "Donner Pass" in early 2010 and "Madison County" later the same year.
In addition to his acting endeavors, Colley also explored his creative side through writing, a passion he had developed during his college years. In 2011, he had several scripts in various stages of development, demonstrating his versatility and dedication to his craft.