The Career Journey of Jessica Iskandar, from the Movie Star of 'DEALOVA' to Being Active on Television - Now Living a Peaceful Family Life and Having Many Businesses

Jessica Iskandar, commonly known as Jedar, is an actress, model, presenter, and singer from Indonesia who began her career in the entertainment world in the early 2000s. Born in Jakarta on January 29, 1988, Jedar started her career as a model and gradually ventured into acting. Her film debut began with the movie DEALOVA (2005), where she played the role of Karra. Although this was her first role, her performance immediately captured public attention and paved the way for subsequent roles.

After the success of DEALOVA, Jessica continued to star in several films and soap operas that made her name soar even higher. BAD GIRLS, KASMARAN, and KANAYA are a series of soap opera titles she starred in.

In addition to acting, Jessica also expanded her wings in the world of presenting. She started to be recognized as a host in several television programs, one of which is Dahsyat, a popular music show. Her presence as a presenter adds to the impression that Jessica is a versatile figure in the entertainment world. Her cheerful and energetic style makes her liked by many, especially among young people.

Not only in acting and presenting, Jessica also tried her luck in the singing world. In 2010, she released a single titled Cerita Cinta. Although her music career is not as popular as her other fields, Jessica still attracts public attention as a multitalented celebrity who always tries new things in the entertainment industry.

Along with the development of her career, Jessica also began to attract media attention regarding her personal life. Her name often became a topic of conversation in various gossip media, especially concerning her romantic relationships and family life. However, this did not stop her from continuing to create in the entertainment world. She was also involved in various soap opera and television film (FTV) projects, which further solidified her position as a famous actress in Indonesia.

In 2014, Jessica experienced a turning point in her life when she decided to move to the United States. This decision was made after she was reported to be in a relationship with a German man, Ludwig Franz Willibald. From this relationship, Jessica was blessed with a son named El Barack Alexander. Although she faced some issues in her personal life, particularly regarding her marital status, Jessica remained strong and returned to Indonesia to continue her career.

After returning to Indonesia, Jessica Iskandar continued her career as a celebrity. She became active again in the world of presenting and appeared on several talk shows. One of the quite popular shows where she became the host is Pesbukers, a comedy program on the ANTV television station. Her appearance on this show further popularized her name among television viewers.

Not only active on screen, Jessica also began exploring the business world. She founded several ventures such as Jedar Cosmetic, which focuses on beauty products, as well as other businesses in the culinary field. The success of her businesses further shows that Jessica is a smart celebrity who knows how to leverage her popularity to achieve success in other fields.