Ashleigh Ball: Movies & Box Office

Ashleigh Adele Ball was born on March 31, 1983 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, and grew up surrounded by the vibrant arts community of her hometown. From an early age she displayed a keen interest in performance, studying at the Canadian College of Performing Arts where she honed both vocal technique and acting chops, laying the foundation for a diverse career that would span voice‑over work, music, and documentary film. Her breakout into voice acting came in 2004, and over the ensuing years she became a prolific talent, lending her voice to a wide array of animated series and feature films, most notably the Barbie and Bratz movies, Johnny Test, Care Bears: Adventures in Care‑a‑Lot, Littlest Pet Shop, Strawberry Shortcake’s Berry Bitty Adventures, and The Deep among others. Her most celebrated roles are in My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic, where she portrays the beloved Applejack and Rainbow Dash, characters that earned her a devoted following within the brony community and secured her guest‑of‑honor status at conventions such as BronyCon and Everfree Northwest. In 2012 she became the subject of A Brony Tale, a documentary by Brent Hodge that captured her first encounters with fans and underscored the cultural impact of the series. Beyond voice work, Ashleigh is an accomplished musician; as a vocalist, flautist, and glockenspiel player she co‑founded the indie pop‑rock band Hey Ocean! which toured internationally and released several well‑received albums. The band’s upbeat sound and heartfelt lyrics resonated with fans worldwide, further cementing her status as a versatile entertainer. In 2017 she launched her solo music career with the “Crazy” video and the EP Gold in You, followed by the 2021 release Before All the Magic’s Gone, showcasing her ability to blend pop sensibilities with personal storytelling. Ashleigh Ball’s dynamic portfolio—spanning voice acting, band performance, solo artistry, and documentary feature—highlights a career defined by artistic range, fan engagement, and a steadfast commitment to creative expression.