Finola Hughes, a talented actress born in the vibrant city of London, embarked on her illustrious career after studying at the prestigious Arts Educational Schools. Her remarkable talent earned her the esteemed Markova award, leading to a position with the renowned Northern Ballet Company.
As her career continued to flourish, Finola made her mark in the West End, starring in the original cast of the iconic musical "Cats" alongside the legendary Andrew Lloyd Webber. Her impressive collaboration with the renowned composer also led to her involvement in the production "Song & Dance".
Finola's subsequent move to Los Angeles in 1984 marked a significant turning point in her career. She made her film debut in the 1983 movie "Staying Alive" and went on to work on various television series and films, including "General Hospital" (1963),for which she won an Emmy award in 1991.
Throughout the 1990s, Finola continued to appear in a range of television shows and movies, such as "Jack's Place" (1992),"Aspen Extreme" (1993),"Blossom" (1990),and "Charmed" (1998). She also returned to ABC daytime television in 1999, joining the cast of "All My Children" (1970) in New York.
In addition to her acting career, Finola has also ventured into the world of fashion. She has made appearances on the Style Network, hosting the popular makeover show "How Do I Look?" (2004) for a four-year period. Finola has also reprised her role on "General Hospital" (1963) and its spin-off, "Night Shift".
Today, Finola resides in the picturesque city of Santa Barbara with her husband, the accomplished artist Russell Young, and their three children.
