Mary O’Neill Phillips

Mary O’Neill Phillips is an Australian entertainer and host who transitioned from acting to television and radio presenting, engaging audiences across lifestyle and country music sectors. After becoming the first global intruder on ‘The Bachelor Australia,’ Mary O’Neill Phillips quickly established herself as a dynamic entertainer and host. Her early career development included an intensive Acting for Film program at the New York Film Academy, focusing on method acting, which prepared her for a range of on-screen roles. Phillips appeared as a Stooge/Pranker in ‘Balls of Steel Australia’ (2011), followed by roles as a Receptionist in ‘Underbelly’ (2012) and a Cheeky Teenager in ‘Bikie Wars: Brothers in Arms’ (2012).

She also featured in ‘Drive Hard’ (2014) and as ‘Nicole’ in ‘Wise Bull’ (2015), before taking on the role of a Girl at Party in ‘Open Water 3: Cage Dive’ (2017) and a TV Reporter for two episodes of ‘Kanaga’ (2018). Broadening her media presence, Phillips co-hosted ‘Late breakfast with Belle and Mary’ on Bondi Radio, engaging audiences with her distinct personality. Her reach expanded significantly as she transitioned to the country music sector, conducting red carpet interviews for the prestigious ’52nd Annual CMA Awards’ in 2018. This led to her becoming a cast member and co-host on ‘For Love or Likes,’ where she appeared alongside Matt Busbice and guest co-host Willie Robertson on The Outdoor Channel.

She maintains her prominent role as a TV personality and host, continuing to build on her extensive experience across television and radio. Her work showcases a consistent ability to connect with diverse audiences, blending entertainment with genuine passion for her projects.