Jess Gabor

Jess Gabor is a versatile actress, producer, and writer who garnered significant attention for her impactful role as Kelly Keefe across 14 episodes of Showtime’s critically acclaimed series Shameless from 2018 to 2019. Her commitment to the craft was honed through rigorous training at Loyola Marymount University and the Moscow Art Theatre, leading to her earliest television credit on Criminal Minds in 2015. Early in her career, Gabor expanded her creative footprint by writing, directing, and producing her debut short film, Her Story, released in 2018, marking her initial foray into behind-the-camera work. Following her success on Shameless, Gabor continued to build a diverse filmography, appearing in the films Confessional and Breckman Rodeo in 2019.

In 2024, she will be seen in The Friend and Throuple. Her upcoming television roles include appearances in School Spirits and Christy, both set for 2025. Further extending her producing credits, Gabor is also attached as a producer for the upcoming 2025 project, Ahoy!, underscoring her ongoing commitment to engaging with the creative process from development through production as an accomplished actress, producer, and writer.