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Hettienne Park is an American actress and writer, having played roles in Young Adult (2011), Bride Wars (2009), Blindspot (2018), and The Outsider (2020), with her most notable role being Beverly Katz on the psychological horror television series Hannibal (2013–2014).

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Early life and education

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Hettienne Park was born in Boston and raised in Wayland, Massachusetts,[1] and is of South Korean descent.

She received her Bachelor of Arts in religion and economics from the University of Rochester in Rochester, New York.[2][3] Park studied classical flute and piano at the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston[citation needed] and studied acting for two years at the William Esper Studio[2] in Manhattan, New York City.[4]

Career

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Park's first role as an actress was in a junior high school production of Cats.[2] Her screen debut was in the 2007 movie Year of the Fish.[2] Park is known for supporting roles in such films as Don't Look Up, Bride Wars and Young Adult.[5] She starred as Special Agent Beverly Katz, a crime-scene investigator specializing in fiber analysis, in the television series Hannibal, alongside Mads Mikkelsen who plays Hannibal Lecter, and Hugh Dancy.[6][7] Park starred as Tamika Collins in Stephen King's The Outsider on HBO.[2]

Park was a recipient of the 68th Theatre World Award for Outstanding Broadway and Off-Broadway debuts for Theresa Rebeck's Seminar and The Intelligent Homosexual's Guide to Capitalism and Socialism with a Key to the Scriptures by Tony Kushner.[8][9]

Filmography

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Film

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Year Title Role
2007 Never Forever Ming Ming
Year of the Fish Hong Ji
2009 Bride Wars Marissa
2011 Young Adult Vicki
2018 Private Life Female Doctor
2021 Don't Look Up Dr. Jocelyn Calder
2025 Sorry, Baby Eleanor Winston

Television

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Year Title Role Notes
2002 Hack Chloe Episode: "Bad Choices"
2004 Law & Order: Special Victims Unit Annie Episode: "Weak"
2005 Law & Order Taka Furukawa Episode: "The Sixth Man"
2006 Numb3rs Student #1 Episode: "Backscatter"
2007–2009 Damages Female Associate 2 episodes
2008 Law & Order Tina Shen Episode: "Darkness"
2009 The Good Wife Shelly Delgado Episode: "Home"
Mercy Julie Shin Episode: "I'm Not That Kind of Girl"
2013–2014 Hannibal Beverly Katz 16 episodes
2017 The Blacklist Sasha Lau Episode: "The Harem (No. 102)"
2018 Blindspot Violet Park 4 episodes
2019 The OA Mrs. Vu 2 episodes
2019–2020 Prodigal Son Leslie 2 Episodes[10]
2020 The Outsider Tamika Collins Miniseries
9-1-1: Lone Star Beth Healy Episode: Pilot
2021 Gossip Girl Jodi Menzies 2 episodes
2024 The Girls on the Bus Felicity Walker Recurring
2025 The Last of Us Elise Park 2 episodes
2025 Black Rabbit Detective Ellen Seung Recurring
2025 The Beast in Me Agent Erika Breton 6 episodes

Video games

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Year Title Role
2005 The Warriors Additional Civilian
2008 Grand Theft Auto IV The Crowd of Liberty City

Theatre

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Title Role Notes
Redwood Curtain [2] Geri Riordan
Twentyone Jodi
Three Sisters Masha
The Warrior's Sister Bulad Khuray
The Intelligent Homosexual's Guide to Capitalism and Socialism with a Key to the Scriptures Sooze Moon Marcantonio [1]
Seminar Izzy [1]

Awards and nominations

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Year Awards Category Nominated work Result Ref.
2012 Theatre World Award Outstanding New York City Stage Debut Performance Seminar and The Intelligent Homosexual's Guide to Capitalism and Socialism with a Key to the Scriptures Won [9]

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Hettienne Park (born March 7, 1983) is an American actress and writer of South Korean descent, best known for her portrayal of FBI forensics specialist Beverly Katz in the series (2013–2015). Born in , , Park grew up in the nearby town of Wayland and initially trained as a musician, studying classical and at the Longy School of Music in and the . She later earned a degree in religion and from the in New York. After graduating, Park transitioned to , making her feature film debut in the romantic drama (2007), directed by Gina Kim, followed by supporting roles in Year of the Fish (2007), a modern retelling of the Korean folktale The Tale of the Fisherman and His Wife, and the comedy (2009) alongside and . Park's theater career gained prominence with off-Broadway and Broadway appearances, including her role as Sooze in Tony Kushner's The Intelligent Homosexual's Guide to Capitalism and Socialism with a Key to the Scriptures (2011) at and her Broadway debut as Izzy in Theresa Rebeck's (2011–2012) at the , opposite . Her role in Seminar marked a breakthrough in stage work, earning praise for her comedic timing in a play exploring the cutthroat world of aspiring writers. On television, beyond Hannibal, she has appeared in guest and recurring capacities on series such as (2010), (2010), Blindspot (2018), The Outsider (2020) based on Stephen King's novel, (2024). Her film credits also include the dramedy (2011) with , the Netflix comedy-drama Private Life (2018), and Adam McKay's satirical film (2021). In recent years, Park has continued to build her profile with roles in high-profile projects, including Agent Erika Breton in the limited series Beast in Me (2025), Elise Park in HBO's season 2 (2025), an appearance as Detective Ellen Seung in the thriller Black Rabbit (2025) starring and , and Eleanor Winston in the dramedy Sorry, Baby (2025).

Early life and education

Early life

Hettienne Park was born on March 7, 1983, in , , to Korean parents. She was raised in , a outside . From an early age, Park developed an interest in music, learning to play the and , which fostered her initial interests in .

Education

Park began her formal musical training during high school, studying classical and at the Longy School of Music in . She continued this education at the in . This background provided a foundation in performance arts that complemented her later pursuits. Park earned a degree in religion and from the in . Following her undergraduate studies, she relocated to to focus on . She completed the two-year professional acting program at the , an institution renowned for its emphasis on the . This training focused on naturalistic acting through repetition exercises and emotional preparation.

Career

Early career (2002–2008)

Hettienne Park entered the professional acting world in 2002 with a guest role as Chloe in the episode "Bad Choices" of the crime drama series Hack. This marked her first credited television appearance, where she portrayed a minor character in a story involving personal redemption and urban crime. Building on this debut, Park secured additional guest spots, including the role of Annie in the 2004 episode "Weak" of , further honing her skills in procedural dramas. In 2005, Park made her voice acting debut as an additional civilian in the Rockstar Games video game The Warriors, contributing to the immersive street-level narrative set in 1970s New York. Her background in music from the University of Rochester briefly informed her pivot to performance, but she soon focused on acting full-time. In 2006, she appeared as Student #1 in the episode "Backscatter" of Numb3rs. Park's feature film debut came in 2007 with the role of Ming Ming in the romantic drama Never Forever, directed by Gina Kim. She followed this with the supporting lead role of Hong Ji in the low-budget independent feature Year of the Fish, a rotoscope-animated retelling of the Cinderella story set in New York City's Chinatown, where she navigated immigrant life and family pressures. The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, showcasing her ability to blend dramatic depth with stylistic innovation on a modest production scale. Following her undergraduate studies, Park relocated to New York City to pursue theatre opportunities, training at the William Esper Studio and immersing herself in the local scene despite financial hardships from early service jobs. As an Asian-American actress in the early 2000s, she faced limited roles and typecasting, often competing in a landscape with few substantial parts for women of her background, which underscored the broader industry barriers at the time.

Breakthrough and mid-career (2009–2015)

Park's breakthrough in film came with her supporting role as Marissa, a close friend of the protagonists, in the 2009 , directed by and starring and . This appearance marked one of her early high-profile screen credits, contributing to her growing recognition in Hollywood following smaller roles in independent films. In 2011, Park made her off-Broadway debut as Sooze Moon Marcantonio in Tony Kushner's The Intelligent Homosexual's Guide to Capitalism and Socialism with a Key to the Scriptures at , a role that showcased her ability to portray multifaceted family dynamics in a sprawling, politically charged drama. That same year, she appeared in Jason Reitman's as Vicki, the supportive yet concerned friend of the lead character, adding to her film portfolio with a nuanced supporting performance in the dark comedy starring . Later in 2011, Park achieved her Broadway debut as Izzy in Theresa Rebeck's at the , co-starring with ; her portrayal of the bold, sexually liberated aspiring writer earned praise for its energy and depth, with critics noting the ensemble's bright execution of Rebeck's witty script. For this role, she received the 2011-2012 Theatre World Award, recognizing her outstanding debut on Broadway. Park's mid-career momentum accelerated with her recurring television role as FBI forensic analyst Beverly Katz in the critically acclaimed series Hannibal from 2013 to 2015, appearing in 16 episodes across the first two seasons as a sharp, dedicated investigator specializing in fiber analysis. This part, which highlighted her capacity for conveying quiet intensity and professional resolve, represented her first substantial commitment to a major network series and significantly boosted her visibility among audiences drawn to the show's psychological depth. These roles collectively established Park's reputation for embodying complex, resilient women, transitioning her from emerging talent to a sought-after character actress in both stage and screen mediums.

Recent work (2016–present)

Since 2016, Hettienne Park has expanded her television presence with guest and recurring roles in procedural and drama series, including a four-episode arc as Violet Park in the series Blindspot during its fourth season in 2018. In this role, she portrayed a character entangled in the show's high-stakes conspiracy narrative, marking her continued work in network television thrillers. She also appeared briefly as a female doctor in the comedy-drama Private Life (2018). Park's transition to prestige cable and streaming projects became evident with her portrayal of Tamika Collins, a and colleague in department, in HBO's 2020 miniseries adaptation of Stephen King's The Outsider. Appearing in six episodes, Collins provided key investigative support amid the supernatural mystery, highlighting Park's ability to contribute to ensemble-driven horror narratives. In film, Park made a brief appearance as Dr. Jocelyn Calder, the Administrator, in Adam McKay's satirical comedy (2021), where she facilitated the protagonists' urgent briefing on an impending comet collision. This cameo underscored her versatility in high-profile ensemble casts addressing global crises. Park appeared as Felicity Walker, a political candidate, in the Max series (2024). More recently, Park has taken on prominent ensemble roles in streaming prestige television, reflecting the post-2016 surge in serialized, high-production-value content on platforms like and . In 2025, she portrayed WLF Sergeant Elise Park, an original character whose decisions during a spore outbreak reveal the moral complexities of survival in a post-apocalyptic world, in 's The Last of Us Season 2. Her performance appeared in multiple episodes, contributing to the series' exploration of factional conflicts. That same year, Park starred as Detective Ellen Seung in 's limited crime thriller series Black Rabbit, investigating a mob-related death in alongside leads and ; the eight-episode series premiered in September 2025. She also played Eleanor Winston, a navigating a small-town courtroom drama, in the independent release Sorry, Baby (2025), which addressed themes of trauma and recovery following its July premiere. Additionally, in 2025, Park appeared as Agent Erika Breton in the limited series The Beast in Me. These projects illustrate Park's shift toward more substantial positions in critically acclaimed series and films, aligning with broader industry trends toward diverse, character-rich in the streaming era.

Filmography

Film

Hettienne Park made her film debut in two projects in 2007.
  • Never Forever (2007) as Ming Ming (supporting).
  • Year of the Fish (2007) as Hong Ji (lead).
She continued with supporting roles in mainstream comedies and dramas.
  • Bride Wars (2009) as Marissa (supporting).
  • Young Adult (2011) as Vicki (supporting).
Park appeared in fewer films during the mid-2010s but returned with additional supporting parts.
  • Private Life (2018) as Female Doctor (supporting).
Her role in the ensemble satire was a brief cameo. Park appeared in the film Sorry, Baby.
  • Sorry, Baby (2025) as Eleanor Winston (supporting).

Television

Park began her television career with guest appearances in the mid-2000s, gaining prominence through recurring roles in acclaimed series thereafter.
Year(s)TitleEpisodesCharacter
20062 episodesYvette
2013–201516 episodesBeverly Katz
20091 episodeShelly Delgado
20091 episodeJulie Shin
2017Manhunt: UnabomberMiniseriesWendy
2018Blindspot4 episodesViolet Park
2020The Outsider4 episodesTamika Collins
20246 episodesFelicity Walker
2025Black Rabbit4 episodesDetective Ellen Seung
2025The Beast in Me5 episodesAgent Erika Breton
2025 (season 2)5 episodesElise Park

Video games

Hettienne Park began her voice acting career in video games with minor roles in titles developed by . Her contributions primarily involved additional dialogue for civilian and crowd characters, enhancing the immersive urban environments of these action-adventure games. In 2005, she provided voices for "People of New York," a collective credit for additional civilian characters in The Warriors, a game based on the 1979 film. Park's subsequent video game credit came in 2008 with , where she voiced members of "The Crowd of Liberty City," contributing to the game's extensive pedestrian dialogue system.

Theatre

Off-Broadway and regional productions

Park's debut came in 2011, when she originated the role of Sooze Moon Marcantonio in Tony Kushner's family drama The Intelligent Homosexual's Guide to Capitalism and Socialism with a Key to the Scriptures, directed by at in . Co-produced by Signature Theatre Company and in association with the , the production represented the New York premiere of the play following its world premiere at the Guthrie in 2009; it ran from March 23 to June 12, 2011, and delved into themes of labor, sexuality, ideology, and familial discord through the lens of a retired longshoreman's household. In the character of Sooze, the brash and idealistic daughter-in-law married to the patriarch's son Eli, Park portrayed a young woman grappling with personal and political tensions amid the family's unraveling dynamics. The role marked her transition to Equity membership and highlighted her ability to navigate complex, verbose dialogue in Kushner's intellectually dense script. Prior to this breakthrough, Park's post-MFA stage experience included regional and experimental work in New York and beyond, though specific credits from the mid-2000s remain limited in ; she has been associated with venues such as Portland Stage Company in and Fenix Theatre Company for smaller-scale productions and workshops.

Broadway productions

Hettienne Park made her Broadway debut originating the role of Izzy, an aspiring writer navigating ambition and critique in a private seminar, in Theresa Rebeck's comedy Seminar at the John Golden Theatre. The production, directed by Sam Gold, starred Alan Rickman as the acerbic instructor Leonard, alongside Hamish Linklater as Martin, Lily Rabe as Kate, and Jerry O'Connell as Douglas. Seminar previewed from October 31, 2011, and officially opened on November 20, 2011, running through May 6, 2012, for a total of 191 performances and 26 previews. The play's incisive dialogue and ensemble dynamics drew praise for highlighting the cutthroat nature of literary aspirations, establishing Park's presence in high-profile New York theatre following her work. As of 2025, Seminar stands as Park's sole Broadway credit to date.

Awards and nominations

Theatre awards

In 2012, Hettienne Park received the 68th Annual Theatre World Award for Outstanding Debut Performance, recognizing her breakthrough roles as in the Broadway production of and Sooze in the off-Broadway play The Intelligent Homosexual’s Guide to Capitalism and Socialism with a Key to the Scriptures. Established in 1945, the Theatre World Award honors emerging talent making their professional debuts in New York theatre, selecting eight recipients annually from Broadway and off-Broadway productions. The award ceremony took place on June 5, 2012, at the in , where Park was joined by fellow honorees including for , Jeremy Jordan for , and for On a Clear Day You Can See Forever. Park's win highlighted her versatility in contemporary dramatic roles, though she has not received additional theatre-specific awards such as Obie or Drama Desk honors.

Other recognition

Park's portrayal of forensic investigator Beverly Katz in the NBC series (2013–2015) earned praise for bringing a strong, multifaceted Asian-American character to the ensemble, with critics noting her as a standout for injecting competence and levity into the show's dark narrative. In The Outsider (2020), her role as Detective Tamika Collins received acclaim for its dramatic depth, contributing to the miniseries' overall recognition for excellent ensemble performances that heightened the tension. While Park has not received major television awards like Emmy nominations for her screen work as of 2025, she has garnered recognition in independent film circles. Her supporting role as Eleanor Winston in the drama Sorry, Baby (2025) premiered at the , where the film won the Screenwriting Award and earned a nomination for Best Feature at the , highlighting her contribution to critically lauded indie projects. As an Asian-American actress of Korean descent, Park has been acknowledged for advancing diverse representation in post-2010s media, particularly through roles that challenge stereotypes and provide empowering visibility for marginalized audiences. Her early Theatre World Award served as foundational recognition that paved the way for these screen contributions. In 2025, Park's performance as Elise Park in HBO's The Last of Us Season 2, which premiered in April and drew widespread acclaim for the series, has generated early awards buzz, with industry predictions suggesting potential Emmy contention amid the show's nominations for Outstanding Drama Series and lead acting categories.

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