★ 7.9 
Acting
Melissa Jaffer
Melissa Jaffer is best known for Farscape, The Lost World, Farscape: The Peacekeeper Wars and All Saints. Melissa Jaffer was born on December 1, 1936. Melissa Jaffer is 89 years old (born December 1, 1936).
- Born
- December 1, 1936 (89 years old)
- Place of birth
- Gladstone, Queensland, Austrailia
Biography
Melissa Jaffer (born December 1, 1936) is an Australian actress. She is best known for her television roles, but has also appeared in many Australian films.
Jaffer has made many appearances in television series, including Kings, Mother and Son, G. P., Brides of Christ, Grass Roots and All Saints. Jaffer is probably best known to international audiences for her role as aging mystic Utu-Noranti Pralatong in the science fiction series Farscape. In 1976, Jaffer tied for the first AACTA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role opposite Jacki Weaver for her performance in Caddie. In 1980 she played the part of Cousin Edie in the Australian Broadcasting Corporation's children's television series The Nargun and the Stars.
In the 2015 film Mad Max: Fury Road she played the role of "Keeper of the Seeds". The short film Dear Life is her latest project.
Jaffer has made many appearances in television series, including Kings, Mother and Son, G. P., Brides of Christ, Grass Roots and All Saints. Jaffer is probably best known to international audiences for her role as aging mystic Utu-Noranti Pralatong in the science fiction series Farscape. In 1976, Jaffer tied for the first AACTA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role opposite Jacki Weaver for her performance in Caddie. In 1980 she played the part of Cousin Edie in the Australian Broadcasting Corporation's children's television series The Nargun and the Stars.
In the 2015 film Mad Max: Fury Road she played the role of "Keeper of the Seeds". The short film Dear Life is her latest project.
Known for
Filmography
- —Out Of Love
- 2004Farscape: The Peacekeeper WarsUtu-Noranti Pralatong
- 2003SnobsGwen
- 2001The FarmHelen Cooper
- 2000Grass RootsFran Smith
- 1999FarscapeFemale Pilot
- 1999The Lost WorldCrazy Old Woman
- 1998All SaintsEileen Sullivan
- 1991Brides of ChristSister Attracta
- 1991Police RescueGwen
- 1989E StreetQueenie
- 1987The Harp in the SouthMiss Sheily
- 1986Land of Hope
- 1984SinglesGloria
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has Melissa Jaffer been in?
Melissa Jaffer is best known for Farscape, The Lost World, Farscape: The Peacekeeper Wars and All Saints.
When was Melissa Jaffer born?
Melissa Jaffer was born on December 1, 1936. (Gladstone, Queensland, Austrailia)
How old is Melissa Jaffer?
Melissa Jaffer is 89 years old (born December 1, 1936).
Updated: October 27, 2026 ·