Willa Holland Biography: Nationality, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Height, Boyfriend, Movies, TV Series

Willa Holland’s full name is Willa Joanna Chance Holland, and she is a proud American actress and model who’s lit up screens with her talent and charm.

Best known as Thea Queen in The CW’s Arrow, Kaitlin Cooper in The O.C., and Agnes Andrews in Gossip Girl, she’s also the voice of Aqua in the Kingdom Hearts video game series.

Profile

• Full Name: Willa Joanna Chance Holland
• Stage Name: Willa Holland
• Born: June 18, 1991
• Age: 34 years old
• Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actress, Voice Actress, Model
• Height: 170 cm (5 feet 7 inches)
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Keith Holland, Darnell Gregorio-De Palma
• Siblings: Brianna Holland, Piper De Palma
• Spouse: Nate Walton
• Children: None
• Relationship: Dating
• Net Worth: $5,000,000 to $6,000,000

Early Life & Education

Willa Joanna Chance Holland was born on June 18, 1991, in Los Angeles, California, into a showbiz family.

Her ethnicity is Caucasian, with her father of English descent from Reading and her maternal grandfather of Italian heritage, reflecting America’s diverse roots.

Her religion is not publicly known, as she keeps that part of her life private. Her father, Keith Holland, is a cinematographer, and her mother, Darnell Gregorio-De Palma, is an actress.

Her mother was married to director Brian De Palma from 1995 to 1997, making him Willa’s stepfather during her early years. She grew up with two sisters: Brianna Holland (b. 1988) and half-sister Piper De Palma (b. 1996).

At seven, while playing at Steven Spielberg’s house in The Hamptons, New York, the director spotted her talent and told her parents, “You’ve got to put her in front of a camera”.

This pivotal moment, rooted in America’s entertainment hub, sparked her journey to stardom, fueled by her natural flair and the creative energy of Los Angeles.

Willa attended Kenter Canyon Elementary School in Los Angeles. She enrolled at Palisades Charter High School but left after six weeks due to her budding acting career and her peers’ dismissive attitude toward her pursuits. She completed her GED in 2009, allowing her to focus on acting and modeling.

Career

Willa’s career began at seven when she signed with Ford Modeling Agency in 1998, booking a Burberry shoot and modeling for Gap, Guess, and Ralph Lauren.

In 1999, she joined a theatrical talent agency, which led to her landing national commercials. Her acting debut came in 2001, when she played Young Faye in Ordinary Madness alongside her father.

In 2005, she appeared in The Comeback and was slated for The Inside but left after a creative overhaul. Her breakout came as Kaitlin Cooper in The O.C. (2006–2007), where she played Marissa Cooper’s rebellious sister in 22 episodes.

From 2008 to 2012, she played Agnes Andrews in the second and third seasons of Gossip Girl, earning praise for her portrayal of a rebellious model.

In 2008, she starred in Garden Party, Middle of Nowhere, and A Summer in Genoa, learning a complex Chopin piece for the latter despite having no piano experience.

In 2010, she made her debut in a major studio film, Legion, as a bratty teen, and voiced Aqua in Kingdom Hearts: Birth by Sleep. She continued voicing Aqua in Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance (2012) and Kingdom Hearts III (2019).

Her defining role was that of Thea Queen in Arrow (2012–2018), where she appeared as Oliver Queen’s sister, Speedy, until the end of season six, with cameos in seasons seven and eight.

She also played Thea in The Flash (2015). In 2012, she starred as Davey Wexler in Tiger Eyes, winning a Boston International Film Festival Award for Best Actress.

Other films include Straw Dogs (2011) and Blood in the Water (2016). She appeared in music videos like “Keep Me Up All Night” (2008) and “Fearless Love” (2010). Her work reflects America’s vibrant entertainment industry, blending TV, film, and voice acting.

Awards & Nominations

• 2006: Nominated, Spike Video Game Award, Best Cast for Scarface: The World Is Yours
• 2012: Won, Boston International Film Festival Award, Best Actress for Tiger Eyes,
• 2013–2015: Nominated, TV Guide People’s Choice, Best Comedy for Jono and Ben (incorrectly attributed to Willa Holland; refers to Ben Boyce)

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @willaholland

Personal Life

Willa Holland, 34, stands at 170 cm (5 feet 7 inches) with green eyes and light brown hair, maintaining a 32-25-33 figure and weighing about 56 kg. Her style is laid-back, favoring floaty clothes and flat boots, reflecting her free-spirited American vibe.

She’s been dating photographer Nate Walton since September 2015, with their relationship visible on Instagram until June 2017. Previously, she dated British actor Toby Hemingway from 2009 to 2010. Single since her last known post with Walton, she has no spouse or children.

Net Worth

Willa Holland’s estimated net worth is $5,000,000 to $6,000,000.

Her wealth stems from her acting roles in The O.C., Gossip Girl, and Arrow, as well as films like Tiger Eyes, and her voice work in Kingdom Hearts.

Additionally, she has modeled for prominent brands such as Burberry, Gap, and Ralph Lauren. Her steady career in Hollywood’s competitive scene highlights America’s thriving entertainment industry.

Filmography

• Ordinary Madness (2001, Film) – Young Faye
• The Comeback (2005, TV Series) – Kalla
• The O.C. (2006–2007, TV Series) – Kaitlin Cooper
• Garden Party (2008, Film) – April
• Middle of Nowhere (2008, Film) – Taylor Elizabeth Berry
• A Summer in Genoa (2008, Film) – Kelly
• Gossip Girl (2008–2012, TV Series) – Agnes Andrews
• Legion (2010, Film) – Audrey Anderson
• Chasing 3000 (2010, Film) – Supporting Role
• Straw Dogs (2011, Film) – Janice Heddon
• Tiger Eyes (2012, Film) – Davey Wexler
• Arrow (2012–2018, TV Series) – Thea Queen / Speedy
• The Flash (2015, TV Series) – Thea Queen / Speedy
• Blood in the Water (2016, Film) – Veronica
• Pure Immersion (2020, Short Film) – Supporting Role