Jessica Holmlund
ACTRESS
How did you come across Vertical Dramas?.
I was cold called to play the lead role in my first Vertical Drama in 2023. I'd never heard of them before!
What is your favourite project you have worked on so far?
Revenge Queen's Kick Back - I played a married woman getting secret revenge on her cheating husband. I spend most of the script ruining his life in many different creative ways while playing "innocent". So much fun! And Kiki Frags is a lot of fun to bully (sorry not sorry Kiki) 😂
What is the craziest thing you have found yourself doing while working on a vertical?
A character I played tried to give a pregnant woman a C section on the lawn (out of rage/jealousy).
Any funny stories you can share with us?
That time I was practising my Taekwondo kicks (while enjoying some downtime on set) and almost, accidentally, took out Dan Jongma. That would have been a very different ending to 'Divorced Queen Returns To The Stage".
Who is your unsung hero? Someone in the industry who should get more credit?
Martin Cohen. I was once so excited to see him as I arrived to set for the day that I tried to open the door of a moving car. An absolute joy of a person and an incredible actor. Love ya Martin!
What developments would you like to see in the industry in the year ahead?
More variation in scripts. More risk-taking that stands apart from the standard romantic stories.
What are you most proud of?
Travelling to multiple different countries for acting work (verticals and theatre).
Which vertical actor would you like to play you in the biopic of your life?
Sarah Roberts. My redhaired sister. She's an outstanding actress and a hottie 🔥
3 Random Facts:
⭐ I play the harp.
⭐ I am a comedy FANATIC, and write comedy sketches.
⭐ I have a cat that likes to go for walks on a leash.
Current earworm:
Ruins - Rose Betts
Last movie you saw at the cinema / play on stage:
'Back To The Future' The Musical. It's unreal!!
Favourite snacks:
Henry Cavill
Thank you Jessica 🙏🏼
Please do check out:
🎞️ Revenge Queen's Kick Back - Kalos
📸 Jessica’s Instagram @jessicaholmlund_
