For many years, the character of Holly was featured in a psychologically complex story with Roger Thorpe, played by Michael Zaslow.
In 1980, Garrett left Guiding Light to pursue prime-time television and film.
She returned to Guiding Light in the late 80s and continued as a recurring character until the show ended in 2009.
She has been nominated for three Daytime Emmy awards for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for her role of Holly Norris in 1991, 1992 and 1994 respectively; and has also been nominated for three Soap Opera Digest Awards.
She was instrumental in creating a theater company including her GL castmates performing other works.