Starstruck stars NZ comedian Rose Matafeo
It is rare for local comedians to find success outside of New Zealand, which makes the acclaim
Starstruck has received feel all the more worth celebrating. Written by Rose Matafeo and Alice Snedden,
Starstruck follows Jessie (Matafeo), a young New Zealand woman living in London who has a one-night stand with a guy who turns out to be a famous actor. From there the relationship develops, but despite the show’s title, Jessie isn’t some starry-eyed fan.
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Rose Matafeo from Starstruck. “Jessie is so independent and kind of reticent to be in any kind of relationship,” says Snedden.