Kelly Bailey Biography: Age, Boyfriend, Net Worth, Movies, Son, Height, Parents

Kelly Ribeiro Bailey, known professionally as Kelly Bailey, is a British-Portuguese actress and model celebrated for her captivating performances in Portuguese telenovelas such as A Única Mulher, A Herdeira, and Bem Me Quer.

Since her television debut in 2015, she has become a prominent figure in Portugal’s entertainment industry, earning accolades for her acting talent and nominations like “Revelation of the Year” at the 2015 Troféus TV 7 Dias.

Profile

• Full Name: Kelly Ribeiro Bailey
• Stage Name: Kelly Bailey
• Born: 19, February 1998
• Age: 27 years old
• Birthplace: Lisbon, Portugal
• Nationality: British-Portuguese
• Occupation: Actress, Model
• Height: 1.67m
• Parents: Mr. Bailey and Mrs. Bailey
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: None
• Boyfriends: Bruno Cabrerizo (ex), Lourenço Ortigão
• Children: Vicente Blue Bailey Ortigão Pinto
• Relationship: Dating
• Net Worth: $1 million

Early Life and Education

Kelly Ribeiro Bailey was born on February 19, 1998, in Lisbon, Portugal, to an English father, referred to as Mr. Bailey, and a Portuguese mother, referred to as Mrs. Bailey.

Information about her siblings is limited, though she has mentioned enjoying a close relationship with a sister. Growing up in Lisbon, Kelly developed an early interest in the arts, which led her to study theater before pursuing professional acting.

She furthered her training at the Actors Temple in London, focusing on Meisner’s Technique. Her ethnicity is British-Portuguese, and her religious beliefs are not publicly disclosed.

Career

Kelly Ribeiro Bailey launched her acting career at 16 with her debut role as Francisca Sacramento in TVI’s telenovela A Única Mulher in 2015, after studying theater.

Her performance earned her critical acclaim and a nomination for “Revelation of the Year” at the 2015 Troféus TV 7 Dias, marking her as a promising talent. She quickly built on this success, starring in TVI’s A Herdeira (2017) as Luz Fuentes, a role that showcased her ability to lead major productions.

Her early work in telenovelas established her as one of Portugal’s most promising actresses, leading her to study acting further in London.

In 2018, Kelly made her film debut with a leading role in the Portuguese action-comedy Linhas de Sangue, directed by Manuel Pureza and Sérgio Graciano, expanding her presence into cinema.

She continued to star in TVI telenovelas, including Prisioneira (2019) and Bem Me Quer (2020–2021) as Maria Rita Raposo, earning the Best Leading Actress award at the 2020 Troféus TV 7 Dias. Her role as Bruna in the 2023 Netflix series Turn of the Tide (originally Rabo de Peixe) brought her international recognition.

Additionally, Kelly’s modeling career flourished with campaigns for Omega and Maybelline, and she graced the cover of Vogue Portugal in July 2019.

Kelly Bailey remains a dynamic force in entertainment, with recent roles in telefilms like A Consoada (2021) and O Nadador (2022), as well as the short film Monte Clérigo (2022).

Her television appearances include guest spots on shows like Conta-me Como És (2019) and 5 Para a Meia Noite (2018), reflecting her versatility. As a model, she continues to work with high-profile brands, and her advocacy for women’s rights and empowerment enhances her influence.

Kelly’s ability to balance acting, modeling, and social impact has made her a role model for aspiring artists in Portugal and beyond.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @kellybaileyy

Personal Life

Kelly Ribeiro Bailey has been in a relationship with Portuguese actor Lourenço Ortigão since October 2017, and the couple welcomed their son, Vicente Blue Bailey Ortigão Pinto, on August 9, 2022.

Previously, she dated actor Bruno Cabrerizo from 2015 to 2017. Based in Lisbon, Kelly enjoys a close bond with her family, particularly her sister, and owns a pet dog.

She is passionate about travel, often sharing lifestyle content from destinations like the Maldives on her Instagram.

Filmography

• A Única Mulher (2015)
• A Herdeira (2017)
• Linhas de Sangue (2018)
• Prisioneira (2019)
• Bem Me Quer (2020–2021)
• A Consoada (2021)
• O Nadador (2022)
• Monte Clérigo (2022)
• Turn of the Tide (2023)

Net Worth

Kelly Ribeiro Bailey has an estimated net worth of $1 million as of 2025. Her primary sources of income include her acting roles in popular telenovelas like A Única Mulher, A Herdeira, and Bem Me Quer, as well as her work in films and the Netflix series Turn of the Tide.