Alexandra "Ally" Fowler (born 6 December 1961) is an Australian actress and singer. She is known for her roles as Angela Hamilton in Sons and Daughters (1982–84) and Zoe Davis in Neighbours (1986); both series were produced by the Grundy Organisation, and in 1985, she was cast in another Grundy serial, Possession, just before that series was cancelled.
Ally Fowler | |
|---|---|
| Born | Alexandra Fowler 6 December 1961 Adelaide, South Australia, Australia |
| Other names | Ally Fowler |
| Occupation(s) | Actress, singer |
| Years active | 1982–present |
| Known for | Sons and Daughters as Angela Hamilton (327 episodes) |
As a singer, Fowler is known as one of the four female vocalists of the band Chantoozies (1986–91), which had top 10 hits with a cover version of "Witch Queen" in 1987 and an original track, "Wanna Be Up" in 1988. Their debut self-titled album peaked at No. 8 on the ARIA Albums Chart in September 1988. After the group disbanded Fowler returned to acting, with roles in Big Sky (1997), All Saints (2005–07) and Wentworth (2013–14). From 2012 she has also participated in reunion gigs by Chantoozies.
Career edit
Alexandra Fowler had small roles in The Young Doctors and Sara Dane, before coming to prominence playing Angela Hamilton in Sons and Daughters.[1] She joined the cast of Neighbours as Zoe Davis in 1986, after being approached by the Grundy Organisation.[2] After deciding not to extend her contract with the serial, Fowler departed in September 1986.[3] She also played a regular role in soap Possession (1985) and was a regular lead in Big Sky (1997) alongside actor Gary Sweet. She also appeared in The Flying Doctors and Frankie's House.[2]
On 24 August 2001, she appeared on the Australian-American science fiction series Farscape in the episode "Fractures" as the voice of Orrhn. From 15 November 2005 to 2007, she played the recurring role of Eve Ballantyne on the Australian drama series All Saints.
From June 2013, Fowler began appearing in season one of Wentworth as Simone "Simmo" Slater and carried on right up until season 2 episode 6. However, she did make a cameo again in season 3 episode 12.[4][5] Fowler rejoined the cast of Neighbours in late 2015 as Nene Williams.[6][7]
In 2022, Fowler joined mini series Riptide.[8][9] Fowler in 2024 gave an extensive interview with Talking Prisoner and talked about her time on Wentworth, Sons and Daughters (Australian TV series), All Saints.[10]
Filmography edit
Filmography edit
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | White Fever | Llewellyn | 2 episodes |
| 2022 | Riptide | Rachel Weston | 4 episodes |
| 1986-2016 | Neighbours | Zoe Davis / Nene Williams | 114 episodes |
| 2013-15 | Wentworth | Simone Slater | 9 episodes |
| 2008 | Scorched | Kate Langmore | TV movie |
| 2007-99 | All Saints | Eve Ballantyne / Juilette | 29 episodes |
| 2006 | Stepfather of the Bride | Pamela | TV movie |
| 2005 | The Secret Life of Us | Susie | 1 episode |
| 2004 | Love in the First Degree | Jill | Film |
| 2001-02 | Backberner | Julie | 2 episodes |
| 2001 | Farscape | Orrhn | 1 episode |
| 2001 | Head Start | Felice | 2 episodes |
| 1999 | Die Millennium-Katastrophe - Computer-Crash 2000 | TV movie | |
| 1999 | Heartbreak High | Katherine | 2 episodes |
| 1997 | Big Sky | Lauren Allen | 40 episodes |
| 1996 | Cody: The Burnout | Stella | TV movie |
| 1994 | Law of the Land | Jacqui | 13 episodes |
| 1992 | Frankie's House | Kate | TV movie |
| 1991 | G.P. | Mischa | 1 episode |
| 1988 | The Flying Doctors | Josie | 1 episode |
| 1985 | Possession | Nicola Shannon | 3 episodes |
| 1982-84 | Sons and Daughters | Angela Hamilton | 327 episodes |
Music videos / Self appearances edit
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Talking Prisoner | Self | Podcast Series |
| 2015 | Chantoozies: Black and Blue | Self | Music video |
| 2014 | Chantoozies: Baby It's You | Self | Music video |
| 1991 | Chantoozies: I'll Be There | Self | Music video |
| 1991 | Chantoozies: Love the one your With | Self | Music video |
| 1990 | Chantoozies: Walk On | Self | Music video |
| 1989 | Chantoozies: Come Back to Me | Self | Music video |
| 1988 | Chantoozies: Kiss n Tell | Self | Music video |
| 1988 | Chantoozies: Wanna Be Up | Self | Music video |
Music career edit
Fowler was one of four female vocalists in the 1980s Australian pop music band, Chantoozies (1986–91), which also included David Reyne.[11] The other three females were Tottie Goldsmith, Eve von Bibra and Angelica La Bozzetta.[11] Their first single was a number-four hit with a cover version of "Witch Queen" (March 1987).[12] The group had success with other singles including a number-six hit with "Wanna Be Up" (May 1988), and top 40 peaks for "He's Gonna Step on You Again" (June 1987, No. 36), "Kiss 'n' Tell" (August 1988, No. 25) and "Love the One You're With" (March 1991, No. 21).[12] They also issued two albums, Chantoozies (September 1988, No. 8) and Gild the Lily (April 1991, No. 71).[12]
From 2012, Chantoozies have performed reunion gigs[13] and released a single, "Baby It's You", in April 2014.[14]
References edit
- ^ Cook, Stephen (4 December 1982). "Ally's fight with fame". TV Week. p. 71.
- ^ a b Monroe, Josephine (1994). The Neighbours Programme Guide. Virgin Books. p. 255. ISBN 978-0-86369-831-6.
- ^ Fidgeon, Patrice (10 May 1986). "Nervous Neighbours". TV Week. p. 33.
- ^ "Season 1". SoHo. Archived from the original on 24 June 2013. Retrieved 27 June 2013.
- ^ https://tvtonight.com.au/2013/02/wentworth-on-the-inside.html
- ^ Moran, Jonathon (23 February 2016). "Ally Fowler has not been on the set of Neighbours for 30 years but will cause chaos on her return". The Daily Telegraph. Retrieved 23 February 2016.
- ^ Knox, David (25 February 2016). "Ally Fowler returns to Neighbours | TV Tonight". tvtonight.com.au. Retrieved 17 April 2024.
- ^ Knox, David. "10 announces new drama co-production Riptide". TV Tonight. Retrieved 13 August 2022.
- ^ Knox, David (15 July 2022). "10 announces new drama co-production Riptide | TV Tonight". tvtonight.com.au. Retrieved 17 April 2024.
- ^ Talking Prisoner EP 60 Special Wentworth Episode Interview with Ally Fowler (Simone Simmo Slater). Retrieved 17 April 2024 – via www.youtube.com.
- ^ a b McFarlane, Ian (1999). "Encyclopedia entry for 'The Chantoozies'". Encyclopedia of Australian Rock and Pop. St Leonards, NSW: Allen & Unwin. ISBN 978-1-86508-072-7. Archived from the original on 19 April 2004.
- ^ a b c Australian chart peaks:
- Australian Music Report (licensed by ARIA until 19 June 1988) peaks: Kent, David (1993). Australian Chart Book 1970–1992 (Illustrated ed.). Sydney: Australian Chart Book. p. 59. ISBN 978-0-646-11917-5.
- ARIA top 50 peaks from 26 June 1988: "The Chantoozies Discography". Archived from the original on 8 May 2014.
- ARIA peaks between 51–100, from 1988 to 2010: Ryan, Gavin (2011). Australia's Music Charts 1988–2010. Mt. Martha, VIC, Australia: Moonlight Publishing.
- ^ Lazarevic, Jade (27 June 2013). "Chantoozies play at Lizotte's". The Newcastle Herald. Retrieved 28 September 2015.
- ^ "The Chantoozies are back: Ally Fowler, Tottie Goldsmith, Angelica 'Angie' Arnott and Eve von Bibra". New Idea. No. 26. Yahoo7. 25 June 2014. Archived from the original on 28 September 2015. Retrieved 28 September 2015.
External links edit
- Ally Fowler at IMDb