kids encyclopedia robot

Angela Bloomfield facts for kids

Kids Encyclopedia Facts
Quick facts for kids
Angela Bloomfield
Born
Angela Bloomfield

(1972-12-11) 11 December 1972 (age 52)
New Zealand
Occupation Television actress, director
Spouse(s) Chris Houston
Children 2

Angela Bloomfield is a well-known actress and director from New Zealand. She was born on December 11, 1972.

Early Life

Angela grew up in West Auckland, New Zealand. She went to Massey High School there.

Acting Career

Angela Bloomfield is famous for her role as Rachel McKenna in the TV show Shortland Street. She played Rachel for many years, starting as a school girl. Her character grew up to become a university student and even the CEO of Shortland Street Hospital. Angela was on the show on and off for 24 years.

She has also acted in movies like Bonjour Timothy and The Frighteners. Angela appeared in other TV shows too, such as The Adventures of the Black Stallion and Power Rangers Ninja Storm.

For three years, Angela focused on being a mom to her two children. During this time, she also worked as a director for Shortland Street.

In 2009, Angela returned to Shortland Street as Rachel. She stayed on the show regularly until 2016. In August 2021, it was announced that she would be a contestant on Celebrity Treasure Island 2021.

Personal Life

Angela Bloomfield has two children. She is separated from her husband, Chris Houston. Today, she works in the real estate business on the North Shore.

Film Roles

Angela has appeared in several films:

Year Title Role Notes
1996 Frighteners, TheThe Frighteners Debra Bannister
1996 Bonjour Timothy Vikki
2002 Nova Girlfriend Short film
2013 Linda's List Short film
2016 Presentiment Kaitlyn Steinberg Short film, completed

Television Roles

Here are some of Angela's television appearances:

Year Title Role Notes
1993–99, 2001–03, 2007, 2009–16 Shortland Street Rachel McKenna Main role
2003 Power Rangers Ninja Storm Leanne Episode: "Double-Edged Blake"
2007 Ride with the Devil Shona Pierce Main role
2021 Celebrity Treasure Island Self Competition show
2024 The Brokenwood Mysteries Laura Lyman 1 episode

Directing Work

Angela has also worked behind the camera as a director:

Year Title Notes
2000 Jackson's Wharf Director, 1 episode
2009 Go Girls Director, 4 episodes
2010-13, 17 Shortland Street Director, 86 episodes
2013 Linda's List Co-director & co-writer, short film
kids search engine
Angela Bloomfield Facts for Kids. Kiddle Encyclopedia.