Tasie Lawrence, born Anastasia Katya Breezy Dhanraj, is a British actress and singer-songwriter known for playing Mara Jaffray in House of Anubis (2011–2013). Born on December 22, 1990, in Brighton, England.
Of English and Guyanese heritage, she married Australian comedian Jim Jefferies in 2020 and has a son, Charlie, born in 2021. In 2025, she mourned the loss of her father while continuing her acting and music work. A former member of the dark pop band WooWoos, she later focused on acting, appearing in The Resident, First Wives Club, and DOMINO: Battle of the Bones. She lives in Los Angeles with her family, with an estimated net worth of $500,000–$3 million.
Tasie Lawrence Wiki/Bio
| Full Name | Anastasia Katya Breezy Dhanraj |
| Date of Birth | December 22, 1990 |
| Age | 34 years (as of 2025) |
| Profession | Actress, Singer-Songwriter |
| Hometown | Brighton, East Sussex, England, UK |
| Current Residence | Los Angeles, California, USA |
| Nationality | British |
| Instagram ID | @tasiel |
Physical Details
| Height | 5’2” (1.57 m) |
| Weight | 52 kg (114 lbs, approx.) |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Tasie Lawrence Early Life
Tasie Lawrence was born in Brighton, East Sussex, to Derek Dhanraj and Rebecca Sinnatt. She grew up alongside her younger sister, Tasha Dhanraj, a comedy writer. Her nickname “Tasie” came from her mother while discussing the name “Anastasia” before she was born.
Raised in a creative and multicultural environment, she developed a passion for music and acting from a young age, performing in school plays and singing. She has often credited Brighton’s vibrant culture for shaping her artistic vision.
Education
| School | Not publicly disclosed |
| University | Academy of Contemporary Music, Guildford |
| Qualification | B.A. in Music |
Tasie Lawrence Family
| Father | Derek Dhanraj (deceased, 2025) |
| Mother | Rebecca Sinnatt |
| Siblings | Tasha Dhanraj (sister) |
| Relationship Status | Married to Jim Jefferies (since 2020) |
| Children | One son, Charlie Jefferies (born 2021) |
She married comedian Jim Jefferies in September 2020 in Las Vegas. She is also a stepmother to Jefferies’ son Hank from a previous relationship.
Career Highlights
| Year | Achievement |
| 2011–2013 | Starred as Mara Jaffray in House of Anubis (won Kids’ Choice Award, 2013) |
| 2015–2016 | Roles in Everything Before Us, Good Kids |
| 2018 | Played Priya Nair in The Resident |
| 2021 | Starred in DOMINO: Battle of the Bones |
| 2023 | Appeared in Captive |
| 2025 | Promoted Jim Jefferies’ Netflix special Two Limb Policy |
Tasie began her career in music as part of the band WooWoos before moving into acting. She has appeared in both TV and film, as well as independent projects.
Tasie Lawrence Net Worth
| Estimated Net Worth | $500,000–$3 million (2025) |
| Income Sources | Acting, music, endorsements |
Her income comes mainly from acting roles in TV and films, plus occasional music work. Higher estimates online may include unverified endorsements or combine her earnings with her husband’s $12 million net worth.
Controversies
- Comedy Joke Backlash (2025): Husband Jim Jefferies joked she looked like E.T. while pregnant, which drew minor criticism. Tasie called it harmless.
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