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Erin Marie Hogan (born September 22, 1985) is an American actress and activist from St. Louis, Missouri. Hogan is mostly seen in direct-to-video horror films and American cable television. She is a mental health advocate, who in 2015 announced that she battles depression and anxiety.[citation needed]

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Early life

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Born near The Hill, in St. Louis, Missouri, to parents Michael Patrick and Jane Christine Hogan. Hogan began singing, acting, and dancing at a young age. She was enrolled in the Ballet Conservatory of Saint Louis where she studied before moving to COCA to continue her training. During high school at Soldan International Studies High School, Hogan began singing competitively and performing in community and underground theatre. She later received her degree in Film and Video Production from Webster University with a minor in Music.[1] During these years, Hogan worked as a theme park performer, competitive singer, and aerial artist.[citation needed]

Career

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After moving to Los Angeles to pursue acting further, she first came to attention with her role as Samantha Finley in Paranormal Entity (2009), a "mockbuster" exploiting the publicity of the 2007 film Paranormal Activity. The film was done in a "found footage" style, causing a bit of confusion as many people believed she was actually dead.

On television, Hogan appeared on five episodes of the 2015 season of Ray Donovan. In film, she featured in one of the six segments of The Theatre Bizarre (2011) and starred in Hold Your Breath (2012). Her portrayal of Linda Kasabian in House of Manson (2015) earned her positive reviews on horror websites. She received positive reviews for her role in the paranormal thriller Dwelling, with many reviewers hailing her portrayal of "Ellie" as her best performance to date.[2]

Filmography

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Film

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Film Year Role Notes
Say Goodnight 2007 Lydia Some Scenes Deleted
Paranormal Entity 2009 Samantha Finley Direct-to-video
6 Guns 2010 Scarlet Direct-to-video
Agent Steele 2010 Agent Veronica Short film
The Confined 2010 Jackie Short film
Zombies and Assholes 2011 Kaitlin Short film
Hold Your Breath 2011 Natasha Limited Theatrical Release
The Theatre Bizarre 2011 Test Tube Baby One segment of Horror Anthology
Axeman 2013 Liz Direct-to-video
Red Revenge 2014 Amanda Torres Direct-to-video (Japan)
Throwdown 2014 Amanda Torres Direct-to-video
House of Manson 2015 Linda Kasabian Direct-to-video
Evil Within 2015 Bettina Direct-to-video
The Bet 2016 Kaylee Listwan Direct-to-video
Dwelling 2017 Ellie Direct-to-video
Two Faced 2017 Josie Direct-to-video
Internet Comment Etiquette 2020 Halloween Special 2020 Goth Girl Short film

Television

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Show Episodes Role Notes
Ray Donovan 5 Co-Star Season 3
Paul Goetz's Last Ditch Effort 8 Sandy Berkins For YouTube
Seven Lives X-posed 8 Julia Playboy TV
Choose Your Own Adventure 4 Secret Agent Nerdist.com
The Bold and the Beautiful 1 Friend #2 Episode 1.6387
Everyday Gay 1 Michelle Pilot Episode
Femme Fatales 1 Emily Season 1: "Girls Gone Dead"
Battle of Hogwarts 1 Hogsmeade Resident Chapter 1: "Artifacts"
1000 Ways to Die 5 Wendy "Better Them Than Us" and "Getting a Rise From the Dead"
Kingdom Come 4 Layla For Vimeo

Discography

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Album title Year Type Band or Group Role
Volcal-ize of the Tiger 2004 LP Soldan Intl' HS Choir Vocalist
Act Out/Lay Me Down 2005 Demo Failside Vocalist
Goodbye Darling 2006 Single Failside Vocalist
Fully Attractive 2007 LP Tight Pants Syndrome Vocalist
Don't Panic 2008 LP Tight Pants Syndrome Vocalist
Singles 2009 LP Tight Pants Syndrome Vocalist

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Erin Marie Hogan is an American actress known for her work in independent horror films, direct-to-video productions, and cable television series, often recognized as a scream queen within the genre. She has built her career primarily in horror, with standout performances including Linda Kasabian in the 2014 film House of Manson and Ellie in Dwelling (2016). Her roles frequently involve intense, genre-specific characters, and she has appeared in numerous low-budget horror projects that highlight her presence in the field. Hogan has also made guest appearances on television, notably in the FX series Mayans M.C.. In addition to acting, Hogan engages in mental health advocacy and has spoken publicly about her experiences with depression in various interviews. She maintains an active presence in the industry through her official website and social platforms, where she describes herself as a dedicated performer in the horror community.

Early life and education

Childhood in St. Louis

Erin Marie Hogan was born on September 22, 1985, in St. Louis, Missouri. She grew up near The Hill neighborhood in St. Louis with her parents, Michael Patrick Hogan and Jane Christine Hogan. Hogan attended Soldan International Studies High School, where she overcame dyslexia and graduated with honors. During her formative years, she pursued diverse interests including competitive singing, participation in community and underground theater, cheerleading, and choir. She also worked as a theme park performer portraying Miss Kitty at Six Flags St. Louis. These early experiences in performance and entertainment laid the foundation for her later pursuits in acting.

University studies and early training

Erin Marie Hogan attended Webster University in St. Louis, where she earned a B.A. in Film Production. Her academic focus encompassed film and video production, complemented by vocal performance studies and a minor in Music. She further developed her vocal abilities through private voice lessons with Debby Lennon. Hogan also pursued scene study training with Anthony Meindl in Los Angeles. Her early artistic training included ballet at the Ballet Conservatory of Saint Louis, followed by continued studies at COCA (Center of Creative Arts). During this period, she gained practical performance experience in local theater productions, taking on roles such as Maria in The Sound of Music, Rose in Meet Me in St. Louis, and Patty Simcox in Grease. After completing her university studies, Hogan relocated to Los Angeles to pursue acting professionally. She engaged in aerial tissues as a hobby alongside her training.

Acting career

Early roles and theater background

Erin Marie Hogan's early acting career was rooted in regional theater in St. Louis, where she gained experience through several productions. These stage roles helped build her foundation in performance before she transitioned to on-screen work. Hogan began appearing in short films in the early 2000s, with credits including Spot: A Sign of the Times, A Gathering, Dial 'M' for Hobo, Red Ink, and Mistaken Love Stories Part II between 2002 and 2005. She also contributed to the makeup department on Red Ink in 2005. From 2007 to 2008, she took on roles in various independent projects. Other projects during this period included Hit and Run and Halloween Heist: The Chronicles of Clownwoman. She continued her behind-the-scenes involvement by working in the makeup department for several projects. These early credits established Hogan's versatility in the independent film scene.

Breakthrough in independent horror

Erin Marie Hogan gained prominence in independent horror cinema with her starring role as Samantha Finley in Paranormal Entity (2009), a found-footage mockbuster produced by The Asylum as a companion to Paranormal Activity. The film marked her first major lead after relocating to Los Angeles and helped establish her presence in low-budget genre filmmaking. Throughout the early 2010s, Hogan appeared in a series of independent horror and thriller projects, often in leading or key supporting roles. She portrayed Scarlet in the Western-horror hybrid 6 Guns (2010), Natasha in Hold Your Breath (2012), and appeared in the "Test Tube Baby" segment of the anthology The Theatre Bizarre (2011). Further credits included Liz in Axeman (2013), Linda Kasabian in the true-crime horror House of Manson (2014), and Bettina in Evil Within (2015). These roles showcased her versatility in direct-to-video and indie horror, frequently involving intense dramatic and physical performances. Hogan also featured in additional genre-oriented projects during this period, such as Spacebong Beach Babes (2010), the short Zombies and Assholes (2011), and Agent Steele (2012 short). She shared the screen with notable actors including Danny Trejo, Vinnie Jones, and Mischa Barton across various films. Her work in this era was recognized with the Best Actress in a Drama award at the Playhouse West Film Festival for her portrayal of an agoraphobic woman haunted by personal tragedy. These contributions solidified her reputation within independent horror circles through the mid-2010s.

Mid-career highlights and television

In the mid-2010s, Erin Marie Hogan broadened her career beyond independent horror films by securing recurring and guest roles in television, marking a period of increased visibility across cable, streaming, and online platforms. In 2015, she appeared as Hooker #2 in the Showtime drama Ray Donovan during the series' third season. She also took on recurring roles in digital series, including Sandy Berkins in Paul Goetz's Last Ditch Effort and Julia in Seven Lives X-posed, both as series regulars. Hogan continued her work in horror and genre films during this time, starring as Ellie in Dwelling (2016), a slow-burn haunted-house story where her focused and compelling performance was praised for embodying a character consumed by obsession and past trauma, delivering a likable portrayal marked by reckless sadness while remaining relatable and root-worthy. She appeared in other genre features including The Bet (2016), 2 Jennifer (2016), Two Faced (2017), Axeman at Cutters Creek (2020), and the short film Evil Curiosity (2021). Her television work extended into the 2020s with guest and co-starring appearances, such as in the FX series Mayans M.C. (2021) and the Starz miniseries Gaslit (2022), alongside a role in Internet Comment Etiquette (2020).

Recent work and ongoing projects

In the 2020s, Erin Marie Hogan has maintained a steady presence in independent horror and genre media, with credits in several low-budget films, television guest spots, and podcast appearances. Her 2020 projects included roles in the horror film Axeman at Cutters Creek and the comedy series Internet Comment Etiquette. She continued with appearances in Evil Curiosity in 2021 and a guest role on the FX series Mayans M.C. that same year. In 2022, Hogan had a small part in the Starz anthology series Gaslit. She starred as Tori Griffith in the 2023 action-horror film Lion-Girl. She starred in the horror film Hold Your Breath (2024), distinct from the 2012 film of the same name. More recently, in 2024, Hogan appeared as a guest on The South Jersey Horror Podcast, reflecting a shift toward niche media and podcasting engagements alongside her on-screen work. No ongoing or upcoming projects have been publicly announced as of the latest available information.

Behind-the-scenes contributions

Advocacy and public engagement

Mental health awareness

Erin Marie Hogan engages in mental health advocacy and has spoken publicly about her experiences with depression in various interviews. She encourages greater understanding and support for those dealing with mental health challenges, emphasizing the value of vulnerability in raising awareness.

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