Biography
Gloria is a seasoned socialite, humanitarian, philanthropist, professional actor, director, producer, and writer. Since 1999, she has been producing, directing, and hosting the popular lifestyle television show "Palm Beach Now with Gloria Hollis," which supports numerous charities and environmental causes.
Throughout her life, Gloria has championed her personal charitable initiatives, focusing primarily on building shelters for battered and abused children, assisting children with HIV, combating global warming, addressing world hunger, and preventing cruelty to helpless animals. She promotes the "Legion of Angels" initiative, aiming to establish a shelter for both children and animals.
An active member of prestigious social clubs in Palm Beach, New York, and Los Angeles, Gloria was honored as Volunteer of the Year in 2001 in Palm Beach, Florida, for her extensive charitable efforts. She remains deeply involved with organizations such as Big Dog Ranch, Feeding The Hungry, and Stars and Charities. Gloria travels nationwide alongside sports and entertainment celebrities to help raise funds for various charitable causes and has received multiple awards, including recognition from the City of Los Angeles.
Gloria has contributed as a writer to numerous publications and magazines, including La Costa, Palm Life Magazine, and The Beverly Hills Times.
Residing in both Los Angeles and Palm Beach, Gloria travels frequently for her philanthropic work while collaborating with a talented group of high-profile actors, producers, and directors on mini-movies, web series, television, and motion pictures. She produces and hosts her own web shows—"Charities from the Heart," "Kiss and Tell," and "Palm Beach Live Magazine"—all dedicated to raising funds for various global charities.
In 2010, Gloria’s film "Hollywood Struggles featuring The Brentwood Girls" won the "Best New Directorial Debut of New Media" award at the Beverly Hills Film, TV, and New Media Festival. In 2011, she earned the "Best Original Pilot" award at the New York International Film Festival, won "Audience Favorite" at the Palm Beach International Film Festival, and was nominated for "Best Screenplay" at the Treasure Coast International Film Festival. In 2013, her short film "The Brentwood Connection" won "Best Romantic Comedy" at the New York Film Festival New Media. Gloria continues to act, direct, and produce mini-movies and is developing a made-for-television reality show, striving toward achievements like Academy and Emmy Awards.
She is the proud founder of the Palm Beach International Mini Movie Festival, the Brentwood International Mini Movie Festival, and several others, which aim to recognize student filmmakers and provide grants and scholarships.
Gloria is passionate about meditation and yoga, follows a long-term vegan lifestyle, and dedicates herself to rescuing animals and finding them loving, caring homes.
