Who plays Esther in Nobody Wants This? Jackie Tohn's age, boyfriend and TV shows and movies

2 October 2024, 16:45

Jackie Tohn plays Esther in new Netflix series Nobody Wants This. Picture: Netflix/Getty

By Zoe Adams

Here's where you recognise Esther from Nobody Wants This as we take a closer look at actress Jackie Tohn.

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Nobody Wants This is the new Netflix series everyone is obsessed with and there's one character in particular that's caught everyone's eye - Esther played by actress Jackie Tohn.

Playing Rabi Noah's sister in law in the new romantic comedy, Jackie has been on the acting scene since 2000 and regularly appears alongside her co-star Kristen Bell.

Owning the hilarious role of Esther, many fans can't help but recognise the actress from her previous TV and film work and are keen to remember just what else she has been in.

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Here's everything you need to know about Jackie from her age, where she's from, her boyfriend and former work.

Jackie Tohn has had some recognisable TV and movie roles in her career. Picture: Getty

How old is Jackie Tohn and where is she from?

Born August 25th, 1980, Jackie turned 44 in 2024. From a jewish family, just like the part she plays in Nobody Wants This, she was raised on Long Island in New York.

It's believed her parents, Alan and Bella, were PE teachers and that she has two older brothers.

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Who is Jackie Tohn's boyfriend?

Not much is known about Jackie's private life but we know she's in a relationship with fellow actor, writer and director Joe Gillette.

Celebrating her birthday on social media, Joe was only too happy to share a cheeky sentimental message to his girlfriend.

It read: "Okkkk just effortlessly the birthday girl once again. Dang I’m so lucky that I get to love you and grab your butt. Wow. Happy Birthday bubba."

Jackie Tohn and Kristen Bell often work together on TV and movies. Picture: Netflix

What other TV shows and movies has Jackie Tohn been in?

After playing Esther in Nobody Wants This, many Netflix viewers are keen to know where they recognise her from.

Jackie is probably best known for her role as Melanie on GLOW. She's also appeared in episodes of Veronica Mars and The Good Place alongside Kristen too.

She's also lent her voice to the animated series of Do, Re & Mi.