Who plays medusa in prime commercial

First released Dec. 25, 2021, Amazon's latest commercial pays homage to an iconic story from Greek mythology, the curious tale of Medusa.

As one of the Gorgons, which are monstrous women with snakes growing out of their scalp and a strange tongue situation going on, Medusa is mostly featured in harrowing tales. The only mortal Gorgon, Medusa is able to turn those who look at her into stone. What creative direction does the Amazon commercial take? Who plays Medusa?

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In the Amazon commercial, Medusa decides to pick up a nifty pair of shades to combat the curse and stop herself from turning everyone who looks at her into stone.

What's more, she even learns to make good use of her powers, taking (slightly disproportionate) revenge on a bothersome bar visitor who attempts to hit on her group of friends. Actress Jesi Le Raestars asMedusa in the new commercial.

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Born on Oct. 18, 1990 in Chula Vista, Calif, Jesi got one of her first breakthroughs in 2014, with an appearance in the music video for the Weeknd's hit song "Often." The video paved the way for other equally exciting gigs, landing Jesi the opportunity to star in the clip of Demi Lovato's "Cool for the Summer" and Britney Spears and Tinashe's "Slumber Party."

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Jesi has since then landed smaller roles in Here and Now, Grandma's House, and, more recently, Lazarus. She also appears to have worked as a stunt person on the hit sci-fi drama, Westworld.

"Acting has enriched my life with so much purpose," Jesi told VoyageLA. "I have shed the most tears from being challenged, jumped in the most excitement, discovered myself through vulnerability, and have explored the most interest in the many different hats it takes to produce a great film or series."

A successful model, Jesi frequently takes to Instagram to share updates about her latest photoshoots and commercial work. She is represented by LA Model, an agency that works with models like Aga Wojtasik, Erika Emaldi, and Kirsty Hume.

OVER the years, Amazon has released countless commercials for their Amazon Prime services.

Their newest one, "Medusa Makes Friends," features the Greek goddess Medusa who is known for turning those who look into her eyes to stone.

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Who plays Medusa in the Amazon Prime commercial?

In the new Amazon Prime commercial, Medusa is seen buying new sunglasses through the service in order to show off her fun side.

"Medusa lived with a hideous curse. I mean the whole turning people to stone thing was a bit of a buzzkill right," the narrator of the commercial said.

"So she ordered sunglasses with Prime one-day delivery, clever girl. People realized that she is actually hilarious once you get to know her."

The actress behind the viral role is Jesi Le Rae.

The commercial also features Nicki Minaj's song “Chun-Li," which is from her 2018 album Queen.

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Who is Jesi Le Rae?

Born October 8, 1990, Rae, 31, has been seen in a number of productions over the years, including Westworld, Lazarus, and Ballers.

She has also been seen in multiple music videos for the hit songs "Often," by The Weeknd, "Harley in Hawaii," by Katy Perry, "Cool for the Summer," by Demi Lovato, and "She Came to Give It to You," by Usher and featuring Nicki Minaj and Pharrell Williams.

Outside of acting, Rae also dabbles in modeling and was even featured on the 2019 Q2 Freedom of Speech cover of Playboy.

"I’m pretty proud of all of the achievements either because I worked with friends I’ve grown through the industry with, or because it made a significant impact," Rae told VoyageLA in 2019.

"I feel my work ethic, respect to the team, and direct honesty sets me apart from the rest. I challenge myself to be the jack of all trades, so there are plenty of skills to bring to the table."

Rae was also seen in the Apple commercial, “Motion."