MEDIA RELEASE Sunday 10 August 2014

The Bold and the Beautiful and the Bike Katherine Kelly Lang’s Great Ocean Road Destiny

She is one of the world’s most famous fashionistas as “Brooke Logan” or (depending on which week you are viewing) “Brooke Logan Forrester” on the most watched daytime drama series in the world, The Bold and the Beautiful.

As one of the original cast members Katherine Kelly Lang has been the star attraction in the lives and loves of the Forrester and Spencer men, and the centrepiece of many scandals, tragedies, battles and epic stares since episode one in March 1987.

But in September 2014, Lang will momentarily set aside the haute couture of ‘Forrester Originals’ to pull on another familiar fashion choice - lycra.

A fitness enthusiast, with a love of equestrian, triathlon and cycling events, Katherine Kelly Lang will join in one of Australia’s most unique cycling experiences alongside 5,000 others for Wiggle Amy’s Gran Fondo on Sunday 14th September.

With a clear passion for cycling, Lang’s twitter account (@KatherineKellyL) shows a recent trip following the Tour de including fan snaps with , Jens Voigt and , and a cycling jaunt through Treviso, Italy.

Amy’s Gran Fondo will provide an equally inspiring experience for Lang. Participants will depart from Lorne and embark on a ride that will take them along the Great Ocean Road, as well as Apollo Bay and the Otway Ranges - providing an outstanding opportunity for the American actress to take in some of Australia’s most spectacular views.

There are three different rides on offer, with all starting at Lorne. There is the 110km Amy’s Gran Fondo which Lang will ride, and take riders to Apollo Bay and through the Otway Ranges.

The 40km Medio Fondo rides from Lorne to Apollo Bay, with the 14km Piccolo Fondo being a family, kids and community friendly course.

Lang is looking forward to her trip downunder saying, “I love Australia, the people, the culture the way of life in Australia. I’m a very outdoors person so Australia is a perfect place for me to visit.”

“I love cycling and triathlons! This year I was invited to some of the most prestigious bike races, and Giro d’Italia. My boyfriend and I always travel with our bikes. Wherever we go we have our bikes and look for new places to ride. I’m so excited to ride in Amy’s Gran Fondo. We’re looking forward to riding on the Great Ocean Road and taking in the amazing views,” she said.

David Lee, head of partnerships and fundraising at the Amy Gillett Foundation said Lang’s participation in the event will be a thrill, particularly for those who are devotees of the show.

“We are thrilled that Katherine is joining us in Lorne. She is a big supporter of charity cycling events around the world and it’s an honour for the Amy Gillett Foundation that she has chosen to support our event whilst she is in Australia.”

“We are already excited that we have passed last year’s entry numbers and are edging towards a sold out event for the first time in the event’s history. With the Amy’s Otway Classic and another initiative to be announced this week, it is set to be a fantastic weekend for cycling,” Lee said.

Charities supported by Katherine Kelly Lang include Breakaway from Cancer providing resources and assistance to people affected by cancer, and Union Rescue Mission serving men, women and children experiencing homelessness.

In its fourth year, Amy’s Gran Fondo is held in memory of Australian cycling team member Amy Gillett, who tragically lost her life on a training ride in Germany in 2005 when hit by a car.

Amy’s Gran Fondo is a vital event in generating fundraising that allows the Amy Gillett Foundation to continue their mission of safe cycling in Australia. Helping fund Research Honours Students to further AGF’s leading research in bike rider safety, as well as deliver policy based campaigns nationally are just some of the primary objectives.

Amy’s Gran Fondo is the only cycling event on a fully closed Great Ocean Road. There are still spots available for all three rides. Join Lang, and enter now at www.amysgranfondo.org.au.

A world away from the chaotic love triangle of Bill Spencer and the high haired Ridge Forrester, Brooke’s ‘destiny’, Katherine Kelly Lang’s Surf Coast ride will be a highlight of her visit downunder.

In Australia to launch her ‘Katherine Kelly Lang Kaftan’ exclusive collection for TV Shopping Network TVSN, Wiggle Amy’s Gran Fondo is sure to provide Katherine Kelly Lang with an experience that is, well… unforgettable.

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2014 Amy’s Gran Fondo – Key Details When: Sunday 14th September 2014

Where: Great Ocean Road, Lorne, Victoria.

What: 110km Amy’s Gran Fondo, that travels the Great Ocean Road to Apollo Bay then through the Otway ranges to Benwerrin outside Lorne.

40km Media Fondo along the Great Ocean Road to Apollo Bay, with bus transfers available back to Lorne.

14km Piccolo Fondo for families and kids from Lorne to Cumberland River Lookout and return.

Enter at www.amysgranfondo.org.au

Who: 5000 amateur cyclists ranging from 5-75+ years. In 2013, 25% of participants came from interstate to experience the thrill of riding the fully closed Great Ocean road.

For further information, or to arrange For further information on the Amy Gillett interviews (media only), please contact: Foundation, please contact:

David Culbert – Amy’s Gran Fondo media David Lee – Amy Gillett Foundation 03 9822 7110 or 0417 272 641 03 9533 3188 or 0402 563 784 or by email: [email protected] or by email: [email protected]