Australian-born model and actress Jaymee Ong began her modelling career at the young age of 15 but it was in 1999, when she was signed on to Media Asia by Jackie Chan and when she made her debut appearance on the big screen in ‘Gen-X Cops’, that her life changed dramatically.

After her cameo appearance in ‘Pearl Harbour’ in 2001, her acting career shifted to Los Angeles and she made guest appearances in ‘Las Vegas’ and ‘Entourage’. In Singapore, Jaymee had roles in ‘Point Of Entry’, ‘Tiramisu’ and ‘The Faith of Anna Waters’. In 2017, Jaymee is Madelyn, one of the female professors in “Faculty” on Mediacorp’s Channel 5.

Besides acting, Jaymee has made a name for herself hosting ‘The Contender Asia’. Jaymee’s experience also includes live event hosting and among the brands that have engaged her are Mercedes Benz, Nintendo, Swarovski and Lamborghini. Notably, she hosted the global press conference for Samsung Omnia which attracted media from all over the world. Jaymee was also selected as the 2008 Singtel Grand-Prix Ambassador. Well-known in the region, she hosted AXN’s ‘eBuzz’ and helmed that for the past 12 years.

In addition to her television, film and hosting work, Jaymee juggles her role as a model, appearing in advertisements for brands such as Fancl, Marigold & Nescafe. Brands that she has endorsed include Silkygirl, Huggies and Mitsubitshi-i. Outside of work commitments, Jaymee was chosen as the 2007 World Vision ambassador. She was also the brand ambassador of True Yoga for 3 years and is currently the ambassador of The Face Inc.

1. What is your dream destination and why?

New York City!  It is my absolute favourite city in the world and if I could, I would live there.  It has the best vibe, and despite what some say, I love the people!  I could just walk and walk and walk…

2. Three things that you could never travel without?

My iPhone, a great pair of trainers so my feet don’t get sore exploring, and peppermint essential oil (a great pick me up, headache/hangover cure, and bug repellent)

3. Which destination surpassed your expectations and surprised you the most?

Tokyo. When I first went in 2000 it was for work and I wasn’t that excited to go, but I fell in love with the city and the people.  The food is amazing and I find that the Japanese are so incredibly hospitable.

4. Where and what was your most memorable meal you have ever had while travelling?

A fresh baguette with cheese and a gorgeous chilled rose in Paris.

5. Where are you looking to travel to next?

Palm Beach on the Gold Coast.  Me and my family move there in 3 months!

6. What projects are you currently working on?

I finished EBuzz a couple of months ago after 12 years and also wrapped the Channel 5 drama Faculty. My next project is the Newborn Pure #Babyface Campaign 2017 that will be coming up soon.

7. Do you have any tips or advice for budding actors or actresses?

Remember, it’s a “business”.  If you take things too personally you’re going to suffer.  For every yes there will be 100 no’s.  Believe in yourself, what you are doing, and know that this is what you really, truly want.