Background and career
Jessica Marais is a South African-born Australian actress. She is best known for her roles in Australian television. Her accolades include five Logie Awards and nine nominations, as well as two Equity Ensemble Awards nominations.
Marais, a National Institute of Dramatic Art graduate, had her first role as Rachel Rafter in the Seven Network comedy drama series, Packed to the Rafters (2008-2013). She also had a recurring role in Sam Raimi's American fantasy series, Legend of the Seeker (2008-2010). In 2012-2013, she co-starred in the American drama series, Magic City on Starz. She later appeared in the Nine Network drama series, Love Child (2013-2017) and the Network 10 drama series, The Wrong Girl (2016-2017).
