Jacqueline Emerson

Jacqueline Bonnell Marteau Emerson was born in Washington, D.C. From a young age, she developed an interest in both acting and singing. Before transitioning to on-camera roles, she participated in numerous radio commercials for film and television. Her early theatrical experiences included professional productions with Reprise, the Los Angeles Opera, and L.A. Theater Works. She attended Marlborough School in Los Angeles and later graduated from Stanford University, where she focused her studies on Mandarin and Communications with an emphasis on Media Psychology.

Emerson gained significant recognition for her film debut as Foxface, the female tribute from District 5, in “The Hunger Games” (2012). This foundational role led to subsequent acting opportunities in both film and television. Her theatrical performances have since extended to prestigious venues such as the Hollywood Bowl and the LA Opera, collaborating with companies like IAMA, TheaterWorks, and EST/LA, where she received an Ovation Award nomination. Her career also includes voice work for major studios like Disney, Dreamworks, Netflix, and Microsoft, and commercial projects for brands such as Wells Fargo and Legoland.

Beyond acting, Emerson is also a writer and producer, with projects currently in development with DesMar Productions, Critical Role, and MPCA. She is an active performer on the UCB MainStage with her troupe “Pinot Noir.” Her musical endeavors include being a former member of Disney’s Devo 2.0 and releasing original songs like “Peter Pan,” “Catch Me If You Can,” and “Glass Fire In a Jar.” Her diverse career in entertainment highlights her multifaceted talents as an artist.