Jessica Parker Kennedy

Jessica Parker Kennedy was born on October 3, 1984, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Her acting career began in 2006 with the television film “Santa Baby” as Lucy the Elf, a role she reprised in “Santa Baby 2: Christmas Maybe” in 2009. Early in her career, she took on roles in diverse television series including “V” (2009), “Undercovers” (2010), and a notable recurring role as Bette Sans Souci / Plastique in “Smallville” (2008–2010).

Kennedy’s career progression included significant parts in both film and television. She appeared in the biographical comedy “50/50” (2011) and the action film “In Time” (2011). A turning point in her television career was her role as Melissa Glaser in The CW series “The Secret Circle” (2011–2012). Following this, she gained further recognition for her portrayal of Max in the Starz pirate drama “Black Sails” (2014–2017). Her involvement in the Arrowverse began in 2017 with “Supergirl” and led to her prominent role as Nora West-Allen / XS in “The Flash” (2018–2023), initially recurring and later a series regular.

More recently, Kennedy has expanded her acting portfolio with guest appearances in “The Old Man” (2022) and “I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson” (2023). In 2023, she also took on the role of Medusa in the Disney+ series “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” and starred in the television film “Under the Christmas Sky.” Her work showcases a consistent presence in both film and television, adapting to various character demands and production types.