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From au pair to Netflix screens: a Filipina’s journey in Denmark

Gel Andersen never imagined that her quiet working life in Denmark would one day lead to a role in a Netflix series — but that’s exactly what happened

Seljan Zeynalli

May 1, 2025

Thirteen years ago, she arrived in Denmark with a suitcase and the hope of building a better life. Today, she juggles motherhood, a full-time cleaning job, and a recurring part in Secrets We Keep, a new Netflix drama.“It’s surreal,” she says. “Who would’ve thought?”A journey marked by risk and resilienceGel’s path to Denmark wasn’t traditional. […]

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