Paige Smith facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Paige Smith
Neighbours character
Portrayed by	Olympia Valance
Duration	2014–2018, 2020
First appearance	2 June 2014 (2014-06-02)
Last appearance	25 March 2020 (2020-03-25)
Introduced by	Jason Herbison
Spin-off appearances	Hey Piper (2015)
Classification	Former; regular
Profile
Other names	Paige Novak
Occupation	Waitress Garage manager University student Executive assistant
Residence	Adelaide
Family Family Willis Father Brad Willis Mother Lauren Carpenter Adoptive father John Smith Adoptive mother Mary Smith Stepfather Matt Turner Stepmother Terese Willis Brothers Ethan Smith (adoptive) Half-brothers Ned Willis Mason Turner Josh Willis Bailey Turner Half-sisters Imogen Willis Amber Turner Piper Willis Husband Mark Brennan (2020–) Sons Gabriel Smith Freddie Brennan Grandfathers Doug Willis Lou Carpenter Grandmothers Pam Willis Kathy Carpenter Uncles Guy Carpenter Nieces Matilda Turner First cousins Roxy Willis

Paige Smith (also known as Paige Novak) is a character from the Australian TV show Neighbours. She is played by actress Olympia Valance. Olympia got the part in February 2014 after many auditions. The show's producer, Jason Herbison, said she was "the perfect fit" for Paige.

Before acting, Olympia Valance was a successful model. Neighbours was her first acting job. Her half-sister, Holly Valance, was also on the show from 1999 to 2002. Olympia first appeared as Paige on 2 June 2014. She filmed her last scenes in November 2017, and Paige left the show on 30 March 2018. However, Olympia came back as Paige on 24 February 2020 for the show's 35th anniversary.

Who is Paige Smith?

Paige is known for being strong, determined, and sometimes a bit unpredictable. Olympia Valance said that Paige often hid her softer side behind a tough outer shell. She wasn't a mean person, just protective.

Paige's Story on Neighbours

Paige was introduced as the biological daughter of Brad Willis and Lauren Carpenter. At first, she kept her true identity a secret because she was worried her new family wouldn't accept her.

Finding Her Family

A big part of Paige's early story was about her getting to know her birth parents and her half-siblings. She worked hard to build relationships with them.

Key Moments

Paige also lived with Mark Brennan and they became a couple. She sometimes got into tricky situations, like when she helped with some car parts.

The Actress: Olympia Valance

Olympia Valance brought Paige to life on screen. Her performance was well-liked by many.

Awards and Recognition

For playing Paige, Olympia Valance was nominated for a Logie Award for Most Popular New Talent in 2015. This award celebrates new actors who are popular with viewers.

Images for kids

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  Kip Gamblin plays Paige's biological father Brad Willis.

See also

In Spanish: Paige Novak para niños