Hettienne Park

Hettienne Park was born in Boston, MA, and pursued a comprehensive education that encompassed both the arts and academics. She studied classical flute and piano at the Longy School of Music and the New England Conservatory. Later, she earned bachelor’s degrees in Economics and Religion from the University of Rochester. Her passion for performance led her to New York City, where she completed the acting program at the William Esper Studio. Further enhancing her craft, she spent a summer studying classical theater at the British American Drama Academy in Oxford. This foundational training provided her with a versatile skill set that would underpin her acting career.

Park’s career progression reflects a consistent engagement with both stage and screen. She received significant recognition early on, including the 68th Theatre World Award for Outstanding Broadway and Off-Broadway debuts. Her Off-Broadway debut as Sooze in Tony Kushner’s “The Intelligent Homosexual’s Guide To Capitalism & Socialism With A Key To The Scriptures” at the Public Theater marked a key milestone. She then made her Broadway debut at the Golden Theater, originating the role of Izzy in Theresa Rebeck’s “Seminar,” directed by Sam Gold, starring alongside notable actors such as Alan Rickman. These early theatrical achievements demonstrated her capacity for nuanced performances in demanding productions.

Her transition to film and television brought her to wider audiences, with roles in films like “Bride Wars” (2009), “Young Adult” (2011), and “Don’t Look Up” (2021). On television, Park became widely known for her role as Special Agent Beverly Katz, specializing in fiber analysis, in the psychological horror series “Hannibal,” appearing in 16 episodes from 2013 to 2014. She also played Tamika Collins in Stephen King’s miniseries “The Outsider” (2020) on HBO and had recurring roles in “Blindspot” (2018), “Prodigal Son” (2020), and “The Girls on the Bus” (2024). Her upcoming projects include “Sorry, Baby” (2025) and “Black Rabbit” (2025), showcasing her continued presence in the industry.