Jessalyn Wanlim Biography: Height, Net Worth, Movies, Instagram, Boyfriend, Awards, Ethnicity, Age, Parents

Jessalyn Corsino Wanlim, professionally known as Jessalyn Wanlim, is a Canadian-American actress and model.

She is widely recognised for portraying Jenny Matthews in Workin’ Moms, Evie Cho in Orphan Black, and Rachael in All My Children.

Her successful career spans television, film, and theatre, earning her recognition for her versatility across comedy, drama, and science fiction.

Jessalyn Wanlim
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Jessalyn Corsino Wanlim
Stage Name:	Jessalyn Wanlim
Born:	September 3, 1982 (age 43 years old)
Place of Birth:	Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Nationality:	Canadian, American
Ethnicity:	Chinese-Indonesian and Filipino
Height:	5 feet 4 inches (163 cm)
Religion:	Christianity
Parents:	Mr Wanlim and Mrs Wanlim
Siblings:	Jennifer Wanlim
Spouse:	Brett Howell
Relationship:	Dating
Children:	Uli Wanlim
Occupation:	Actress, Model
Net Worth:	$2 million

Early life and education

Jessalyn Wanlim was born on September 3, 1982, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

She spent her childhood under the guidance of Mr and Mrs Wanlim, who encouraged her passion for the performing arts from an early age. Jessalyn Corsino Wanlim is of Chinese-Indonesian heritage through her father and Filipino heritage through her mother.

She grew up alongside her older sister, Jennifer Wanlim. At the age of 12, she left home to study at the National Ballet School of Canada in Toronto before continuing her dance education at The Juilliard School in New York, where she later developed an interest in acting.

Before that, she attended Glenmore Christian Academy in Calgary. Her religion is Christianity.

Career

Jessalyn Wanlim began her professional acting career in the mid-2000s after completing her dance training. One of her earliest major roles came in the ABC daytime drama All My Children, where she portrayed Rachael in nearly 50 episodes.

She continued to expand her résumé with appearances in Scoundrels, Psych, CSI: NY, Bones, Modern Family, NCIS: Los Angeles, Gossip Girl, and Disney XD’s Lab Rats. These performances established her as a versatile actress capable of handling both dramatic and comedic roles.

Her international breakthrough came after portraying Evie Cho in the critically acclaimed science fiction series Orphan Black. She later gained even greater recognition for playing Jenny Matthews in CBC and Netflix’s hit comedy Workin’ Moms, becoming one of the show’s most recognizablerecognizable cast members throughout its run.

Alongside television, she has appeared in films including Alex Cross, A Cinderella Story: Once Upon a Song, Pink Skies Ahead, and Running Point.

Her background in ballet and musical theatre has also contributed to her success as a performer, allowing her to build a respected career across television, film, and stage productions.

Social Media

• Instagram: @jessalynwanlim

Personal life

Jessalyn Wanlim, 43, is dating actor Brett Howell. There is no information about any past relationships before they began dating. The couple welcomed their son, Uli Wanlim, in 2020.

Standing at 5 feet 4 inches (163 cm), she enjoys dancing, singing, hiking, travelling, martial arts, and spending quality time with her family.

Net Worth

Jessalyn Wanlim has accumulated a net worth of $2 million USD. Her income is generated primarily from acting in television series and feature films.

Additional earnings come from modelling, theatre productions, commercial appearances, brand collaborations, and other entertainment projects developed throughout her career.

Filmography

• All My Children (2006–2009)
• Scoundrels (2010)
• A Cinderella Story: Once Upon a Song (2011)
• Alex Cross (2012)
• Lab Rats (2012–2014)
• Orphan Black (2016)
• Workin’ Moms (2017–2023)
• 9-1-1 (2018)
• The Affair (2019)
• Pink Skies Ahead (2020)
• Running Point (2025)