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Mel

A beautifully sculptured woman, Mel is the woman all men dream to possess. Cool and confident, it's her aura of unattainability that drives men crazy. After learning during her formative years that her parents both had a string of lovers within their marriage, Mel now takes the view that sex is relatively meaningless. Of all the girls, Mel is the one who engages least with the sex. But then again, that's Mel's problem: she barely engages in anything.

Madeleine West is Mel

With recent appearances in big-budget US productions including The Starter Wife, The Condemned and Hercules, Madeleine West is fast developing a reputation as a versatile actor, known for her broad appeal and remarkable range. With a leading role in the Australian film Big Reef followed by performances in You and Your Stupid Mate and Happy Endings, Madeleine has selected roles quite far removed from her first television role on high-profile drama series Neighbours. Appearances on Stingers, Glass House, Rove Live, The Panel and Gears, along with extensive theatre work and writing workshops in the United States, have positioned Madeleine as a sought-after performer on both stage and screen. She is also a committed advocate for several charity organisations and is in demand as a keynote speaker and MC.