Carla Bonner (born 3 March 1973) is an Australian actress, best known for playing the role of Stephanie Scully in the Australian soap opera drama Neighbours, a role she played from 1999 to 2010. She was also a guest on Celebrity Big Brother Australia in 2002. Following her departure from Neighbours, Bonner wrote a book called Hook, Line and Sink Her and guest starred in an episode of Wentworth. She briefly reprised the role of Steph in 2013, before returning to Neighbours as a permanent cast member from October 2015 until June 2018. She briefly reprised the role in July 2022.
Carla Bonner | |
|---|---|
| Born | 3 March 1973 Melbourne, Victoria, Australia |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1997–present |
| Known for | Neighbours as Stephanie Scully |
| Children | 2 |
Career
editBonner attended the Australian College of the Arts. Prior to landing her role on Neighbours, Bonner's acting experience was confined to television commercials, corporate videos, and bit parts, including a guest role on Raw FM.[1] When Emma Roche unexpectedly quit the role of Stephanie Scully in Neighbours, Bonner auditioned for the part and was immediately cast as Steph.[2]
On 3 June 2010, it was announced that Bonner had quit Neighbours after eleven years. The character of Stephanie was not killed off, leaving the door open for a potential return. The show's executive producer, Susan Bower, said "The storylines on-air and coming up showcase what an exceptional talent Carla is and while fans will be disappointed, I promise Steph's farewell will be long remembered and will do the character proud."[3]
In 2012, Bonner wrote and published a dating book for men called Hook, Line and Sink Her.[4] That same year, it was announced that Bonner would be returning to Neighbours for two months.[5] The actress began filming her scenes in January 2013 and she made her on-screen return as Steph on 15 April 2013.[6] Bonner portrayed Manda Katsis in episode four of Wentworth.[7] On 10 September 2013, it was announced that Bonner had teamed up with writer and producer Gary O'Toole to develop a 12-part television series based on Hook, Line and Sink Her.[8]
Bonner appeared in the ABC3 teen drama Ready for This in 2015.[9] In July of that year, it was announced Bonner had returned to Neighbours as Steph. She appeared on-screen from October.[10] In May 2018, it was confirmed that Bonner had left the show.[11] That same year, she filmed a role in the ABC Comedy series Superwog.[12]
Personal life
editBonner lives in Perth, Western Australia. She has two sons Harley Bonner and Jhye. Harley joined the cast of Neighbours in 2013 as Josh Willis.[13]
Bonner is good friends with Kym Valentine, who played Libby Kennedy in Neighbours. Bonner's character and Valentine's character were also best friends.[14]
In 2007 Bonner was involved in a car accident and was charged with "unlicensed driving" amongst other offences. She was convicted and fined $1,000.[15][16]
Filmography
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Mr Nice Guy | Cameo | Feature film |
| Raw FM | Erin | Episode: "Cara" | |
| 1999–2010, 2013, 2015–2018, 2022 | Neighbours | Stephanie Scully | Main cast |
| 2002 | Celebrity Big Brother Australia | Guest | |
| 2013 | Wentworth | Manda Katsis | Episode: "The Things We Do" |
| 2015 | Ready for This | Coach Beaton | |
| 2016 | The Agent | Jo | 5 episodes |
| 2018 | Superwog | Foster Mum | Episode: "Breaking Dad" |
| 2023 | The Claremont Murders | Living Witness | Miniseries, 1 episode |
| Celebrity House Cleaner | Thommie | 4 episodes | |
| TBA | Patched | Ruth | Pre-production |
| TBA | The Wonderful World of Nancy Nancy | Carolyn | Post-production |
References
edit- ^ Schembri, Jim (10 February 2000). "Girls next door". The Age. Retrieved 21 November 2022 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Raven, Neil (25 October 2002). "Martial arts fan gets a kick out of Neighbours". Sunday Sun. Trinity Mirror. Archived from the original on 25 February 2012. Retrieved 16 February 2010.
- ^ "Carla Bonner aka Steph Scully set to quit Neighbours and head off to Los Angeles". Herald Sun. The Herald and Weekly Times. 4 June 2010. Retrieved 11 November 2010.
- ^ "Carla Bonner wants Neighbours return for Steph". What's on TV. IPC Media. 10 June 2012. Archived from the original on 2 April 2015. Retrieved 23 May 2013.
- ^ "New faces and big-name returns for Ramsay Street in 2013". Channel 5. Northern & Shell. 4 November 2012. Archived from the original on 5 October 2013. Retrieved 23 May 2013.
- ^ Miller, Erin (10–16 November 2012). "There goes the neighbourhood". TV Week (45). ACP Magazines: 20–21.
- ^ "Biography". McMahon Management. Retrieved 23 May 2013.
- ^ Groves, Don (10 September 2013). "TV version of romance guide for men in the works". If Magazine. Retrieved 10 September 2013.
- ^ Knox, David (28 December 2015). "Everyone wants a hug from Carla Bonner". TV Tonight. Retrieved 11 April 2016.
- ^ "Carla Bonner returns to Neighbours". TV Week. Retrieved 28 July 2015.
- ^ Dainty, Sophie (17 May 2018). "Neighbours star Carla Bonner thanks fans for support over Steph Scully's exit". Digital Spy. Retrieved 18 May 2018.
- ^ Anderton, Joe (16 July 2018). "Neighbours star Carla Bonner opens up over her future plans after Steph Scully's exit". Digital Spy. Retrieved 16 July 2018.
- ^ "Actor Harley Bonner opens up on why he chose to act on Neighbours". news.com.au. Retrieved 20 July 2015.
- ^ Dunk, Tiffany; Stewart, Carolyn (20–26 December 2008). "Best mates forever". TV Week. No. 51. p. 24.
- ^ "Neighbours star on driving charges". The Age. Melbourne. 3 August 2007. Retrieved 19 April 2008.
- ^ "Neighbours Star Fined After Crash". Herald Sun. 4 August 2007. Retrieved 10 November 2010.
External links
edit- Carla Bonner at IMDb