Who Is Josie Simmons in Wentworth Halfway Home
Nadine Garner plays Josie Simmons, the manager at Sal's Halfway House, in Wentworth Halfway Home. But can Boomer really trust her?
Josie Simmons is one of the new characters joining Wentworth: Halfway Home, the upcoming spin-off of the Australian prison drama. Played by Nadine Garner, Josie manages Sal’s Halfway House, the place where Susan ‘Boomer’ Jenkins hopes to rebuild her life after leaving prison.
However, Garner has hinted that there may be more to Josie than her apparently dependable first impression.
Who Is Josie Simmons?
Josie is the manager of Sal’s Halfway House, a residence for former prisoners trying to adjust to life outside.
That puts her in a significant position as Boomer arrives on parole, determined to regain custody of her daughter. The official synopsis also reveals that the discovery of a body will leave Boomer questioning whom she can trust.
Who Plays Josie in Wentworth?
Australian actress Nadine Garner takes on the role, joining a cast that includes Katrina Milosevic as Boomer, Nicole da Silva as Franky Doyle and Kate Box as Lou Kelly. Garner is known for The Doctor Blake Mysteries and High Country: What Lies Beneath, bringing extensive television experience to the new series.
Speaking in the production’s official cast announcement on 26 October, Garner said she had admired Wentworth while friends and colleagues worked on the original programme.
She described joining its next chapter as an opportunity she had never expected, and expressed gratitude to be part of the continuing story.
Can Boomer Trust Josie?
That question is likely to be central to Josie’s appeal. Boomer is navigating a new life under pressure, while the halfway house becomes the setting for an unsettling death.
As its manager, Josie may be an important source of support, but Garner’s comments suggest viewers should be cautious about judging her too early.
How to Watch Wentworth Halfway Home
Wentworth: Halfway Home is due to launch on BINGE and Foxtel in Australia.
In the UK, broadcaster 5 has confirmed the continuation under the title Wentworth: Beyond Bars.
