Quotes by Jessica Marais

About Jessica Marais:

Jessica Dominique Marais is a South African-Australian actress whose family emigrated to Perth, Western Australia when she was 9. She is best known for her roles as Rachel Rafter on the television series Packed to the Rafters and Lily Diamond on the television series Magic City.
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I'm looking forward to playing the meatier roles you get in your 30s. The early 20s can be a hard time for an actress - it's always bombshell or romantic lead. The good stuff you can really sink your teeth into comes later.

Jessica Marais

L.A. is an intense industry town, and there's a side of it that's superficial, but I surround myself with the kind of people who don't let me get sucked into that.

Jessica Marais

'To Kill A Mockingbird' is one of my favourite novels, my mum brought me up reading it, and it never fails to move me.

Jessica Marais

As a new mother, you're so vulnerable and make mistakes all the time. I guess there's more pressure when you're in the public eye, but I'd never stand by and let anyone exploit my daughter.

Jessica Marais

Motherhood informs my work 100 per cent.

Jessica Marais

Author Bio

  • NameJessica Marais
  • DescriptionSouth African actor
  • BornJanuary 29, 1985
  • CountrySouth Africa; United States Of America; Australia
  • ProfessionActor; Film Actor; Television Actor