Biography
Originally from Paris, France, Melissa Papel is an Award-winning filmmaker, actress, television host, voice-over artist, and producer whose career has taken her across Europe, Australia, North America, and beyond. Fluent in five languages and shaped by a truly international upbringing, Melissa has lived and worked in Paris, Sydney, Vancouver, Macedonia, Istanbul, and Los Angeles, bringing a unique global perspective to every project she undertakes. Since relocating to Los Angeles in 2013, she has continued to build a diverse career spanning film, television, hosting, voice-over, and content creation. As an actress, Melissa has appeared in numerous feature films and television series internationally. She starred in The Precinct, the feature film selected to represent Azerbaijan in the Best Foreign Language Film category at the Academy Awards, and appeared in Thunder Road, which won the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival. Her television work includes recurring roles and hosting opportunities across Europe and Turkey, where she built a loyal audience both as an actress and presenter. Beyond the screen, Melissa has established herself as a sought-after voice-over artist, lending her voice to major international brands, commercials, documentaries, audiobooks, and dubbed productions. Today, Melissa is increasingly focused on filmmaking and creating original content. As a writer, producer, director, and performer, she is passionate about telling meaningful stories that connect people across cultures.
