Willa Ford

Willa Ford is an American actor, model, singer, and musician known for her role on The Young and the Restless and her hit song I Wanna Be Bad.

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Occupation

American actor, model, singer, composer, dancer and musician

Born in

Ruskin

Born

January 22, 1981

Zodiac

Aquarius

Website

www.willa-ford.org/

16,654

days alive

45

years old

$2 million

net worth

#2,352 of 2,697

Born
January 22, 1981 in 🇺🇸Ruskin
Zodiac
♒︎Aquarius·rooster 🐓
Updated Aug 2026

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About

Willa Ford, born January 22, 1981, in Ruskin, Florida, is a multifaceted American entertainer whose career spans acting, modeling, singing, composing, dancing, and musicianship. Emerging in the late 1990s, she quickly gained recognition for her pop music career. Her debut album, 'Willamena', released in 2001, showcased her skills as a vocalist and songwriter, producing the hit single "I Wanna Be Bad," which became a staple on pop radio and music television. This early success established Ford as a prominent figure in the teen pop scene of the era. Beyond her musical endeavors, Willa Ford has also cultivated a significant presence in acting and modeling. She has appeared in various television shows and films, demonstrating her versatility as a performer. Her modeling career has seen her grace the pages of numerous magazines, further broadening her public profile. Ford's distinctive style and energetic performances contributed to her cultural impact during the early 2000s, influencing fashion and music trends for a generation of young fans. She continues to be recognized for her contributions across multiple entertainment disciplines.

Before Fame

Willa Ford was born in Ruskin, Florida, on January 22, 1981, and spent her early years developing her diverse talents in music and performance, dreaming of a future on the stage and screen.

Trivia

  • Willa Ford was born on January 17, 1981, in Tampa, Florida.
  • She rose to fame in the late 1990s and early 2000s as a pop singer with hits like 'I Wanna Be Bad'.
  • Before her music career, she was a child model and appeared on the television show 'The Mickey Mouse Club'.
  • Willa Ford has also had a career in acting, appearing in films such as 'The Animatrix' and 'Friday Night Lights'.
  • She is married to former NHL player Ryan Pruitt and they have two children.

Family Life

Willa Ford's parents are John and Karen Ford. She has one older brother, Luke. Willa is married to Ryan Hurd and they have one son together.

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Sun Sign

Aquarius♒︎

Moon Sign

Virgo♍︎

Dominant Element

Air

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Planetary positions calculated for January 22, 1981

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Timeline
2017
Day 13,396
Age 36

Acting Role: The Young and the Restless

Confidence
96%
Sep 26, 2017

Appeared as Candace in the TV series 'The Young and the Restless'.

Day 13,191
Age 36

Marriage to Ryan Seacrest

Confidence
96%
Mar 5, 2017

Married television host Ryan Seacrest.

2015
Day 12,615
Age 34

Acting Role: Aquaman

Confidence
96%
Aug 7, 2015

Appeared as Mera in the TV series 'Aquaman'.

2011
Day 11,198
Age 30

Single Release: Whatever

Confidence
96%
Sep 20, 2011

Released the single 'Whatever'.

2005
Day 8,937
Age 24

Album Release: Shakin' the Tree

Confidence
96%
Jul 12, 2005

Released her third studio album, 'Shakin' the Tree'.

2001
Day 7,588
Age 20

Playboy Magazine Feature

Confidence
96%
Nov 1, 2001

Featured as Playmate of the Month in Playboy magazine.

Day 7,481
Age 20

Single Release: I Learned From You

Confidence
96%
Jul 17, 2001

Released the single 'I Learned From You' from her second album.

Day 7,411
Age 20

Album Release: The Way I Feel

Confidence
96%
May 8, 2001

Released her second studio album, 'The Way I Feel'.

Day 7,411
Age 20

Single Release: Get Up

Confidence
96%
May 8, 2001

Released the single 'Get Up' from her second album.

2000
Day 7,215
Age 19

Single Release: On the Edge of the World

Confidence
96%
Oct 24, 2000

Released the single 'On the Edge of the World' from her debut album.

Day 7,180
Age 19

Single Release: I'm in a New Drum

Confidence
96%
Sep 19, 2000

Released the single 'I'm in a New Drum' from her debut album.

1999
Day 6,781
Age 18

Debut Album Release: Willa

Confidence
96%
Aug 17, 1999

Willa Ford released her self-titled debut album.