Shock as Gold Logie nominee Jessica Marais pulls out of TV Week Logie Awards
SHE’S been nominated for two Logies, including TV’s top honour. But golden girl Jessica Marais will miss this weekend’s 60th TV Week Logie Awards.
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GOLD Logie nominee Jessica Marais has quietly withdrawn from this Sunday’s industry gala, citing health reasons.
The Love Child and Wrong Girl star was expected to attend the 60th anniversary event after being nominated for gold as Australia’s most popular personality and silver for best actress.
A statement supplied by her management said: “It is with much disappointment that we advise Jessica Marais is unable to attend the TV Week Logie Awards due to her health.
“Jess is naturally disappointed, is grateful to TV Week and all the viewers who have nominated her for the Awards this year and wishes all the nominees and her friends a great celebration on Sunday night.”
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Her management added: “We would request media to support Jessica at this time by respecting her privacy.”
The actress and working mum to Scout, with her ex-partner Home and Away star James Stewart, has previously battled anxiety-related issues.
However, no further details were provided to clarify her latest health condition.
Both dramas in which Marais starred are no longer on air.