Who is Rachel Hollis?
Rachel Hollis is an American author, motivational speaker, and entrepreneur. She is best known for her self-help books, particularly “Girl, Wash Your Face” and “Girl, Stop Apologizing.” Hollis started her career as a blogger, writing about topics such as motherhood, relationships, and personal growth. Over time, she gained a large following and expanded her brand into books, speaking engagements, and digital media.
Rachel Hollis birthday
Rachel Hollis’s birthday is January 9, 1983.
Rachel Hollis’s height and weight
She stands at a height of 5 feet, 7 inches, and weighs 69kg.
Rachel Hollis’s educational background
After graduating high school in her California hometown, Rachel Hollis set her sights on Los Angeles. There, she found work at Miramax and pursued acting at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. Balancing work and studies, she eventually earned a communications degree from California State University.
Rachel Hollis’s spouse and children
Dave Hollis and Rachel Hollis were married, and during their 16-year marriage, they had four children together: Jackson, Sawyer, Ford, and Noah. Their marriage ended in 2020 when they announced their split. Tragically, Dave Hollis unexpectedly passed away in February 2023. Following his death, Rachel relocated her children to Los Angeles to be nearer to their families and Dave Hollis’ relatives.
Rachel Hollis’s parents and siblings
Hollis is the daughter of Farrell Neeley and Sheree Edwards. Her father, Farrell Neeley, was a Pentecostal evangelist. She has two siblings: a brother named Ryan Neeley and a sister.
Rachel Hollis career
Following her high school graduation, Hollis relocated to Los Angeles, California, where she secured employment at Miramax. During this period, she met her future spouse and co-established an event-planning enterprise named Chic Events. Her breakthrough on social media occurred in March 2015, when an Instagram post celebrating her stretch marks went viral. Rachel gained fame through her self-help publications, notably “Girl, Wash Your Face” and “Girl, Stop Apologizing.”
Hollis’ book “Girl, Wash Your Face” was characterized by The Washington Post as a blend of memoir, motivational advice, Bible verses, and candid conversations. The central theme emphasized female self-sufficiency, encapsulated by Hollis’ statement, “You, and only you, are ultimately responsible for how happy you are.”
In 2019, she published a sequel titled “Girl, Stop Apologizing.” Concurrently, she launched the podcast network “Three Percent Chance,” home to multiple podcasts. On July 27, 2020, HarperCollins disclosed plans to release Hollis’ new book, “Didn’t See That Coming,” on September 29, 2020. The book centred on navigating crises, loss, and grief. Despite her achievements, Hollis encountered controversy. BuzzFeed News published an article on January 31, 2019, outlining instances where Hollis allegedly plagiarised quotes from other authors on her Instagram, falsely attributing them to herself.
Rachel Hollis net worth and salary
She has a net worth of $3 million and accumulates an annual salary of $300,000.