Mary O’Neill Phillips

Mary O’Neill Phillips is an Australian entertainer originally from Bronte Beach in Sydney. Her early interest in the arts was established during a semester at Benjamin Franklin Middle School in Daly City, California, where she took her first acting class. She continued to develop her skills at St Vincent’s College in Sydney, participating in theatre, music, and design. Following this, she attended the intensive Acting for Film program at the New York Film Academy, focusing on method acting. Her on-screen roles include appearances in ‘Open Water 3: Cage Dive’ (2017) as a Girl at Party, ‘Kanaga’ (2018) as a TV Reporter for two episodes, ‘Underbelly’ (2012) as a Receptionist, and ‘Bikie Wars: Brothers in Arms’ (2012) as a Cheeky Teenager.

In addition to her acting career, Mary O’Neill Phillips broadened her media presence into hosting. She became known for her role as the first global intruder on ‘The Bachelor Australia.’ Her radio career includes co-hosting “Late breakfast with Belle and Mary” on Bondi Radio. Later, she moved to Nashville, Tennessee, establishing herself as an Aussie TV Personality and Host. She conducted interviews on the Red Carpet for the ’52nd Annual CMA Awards’.

Mary O’Neill Phillips also became a cast member and co-host on ‘For Love or Likes’ with Matt Busbice and guest co-host Willie Robertson on The Outdoor Channel. Her involvement with The Outdoor Channel developed into a four-year partnership, where she hosts her own show. She is also the founder of Country Outdoors, established in 2019, an initiative encompassing a brand, podcast, and adventure tour focused on country music and outdoor activities. Her personal interests include American football, having played for the Bondi Raiders in the Ladies Gridiron League, and engaging in activities such as dirtbiking and archery.