Katie Harden was recently interviewd by TheCelebrity.Online Magazine and here is the Q&A we had with Katie.
Katie Harden As Cover Story Interview – May 2026 Magazine Edition
How do you introduce yourself?
A’ight! (SIC), It really depends. My usual self tape slate is just, hi, I’m Katie Harden, New York City, AEA and SAG-E and I’m 5’4. As just me, I would say I’m your standard anxiety laced millennial that’s blunt, gutsy and can probably be found at the bottom of a can of Arizona tea.
Struggle – What hardships have you gone through in life?
I have learning disabilities that don’t physically present themselves so some people over the years automatically think because I’m well-spoken, I’m not paying attention, and overly emotional at times. It made school difficult too. I also have ADHD, and like any person in the arts—massive depression. I have to work twice as hard to understand simple tasks and it can frustrate people and myself. Mental health is a huge thing that we seem to be paying more attention to, but we still have a long way to go. I recently lost both of my parents, which started out in the Covid era, my mom passed last year. Essentially—I was uprooted from my home state of Connecticut, to Boston and was rarely able to audition in the city or see my friends. I relied on self tapes and the gigs I was able to get to. Losing five years of your career is difficult, show biz is hard enough. Family helps. Therapy helps. I missed my friends.
What do people usually not know about you?
I’m obsessed with mermaids, I have an entire collection. Actually, as I’m packing up for another move, the collection clocks out more than a few boxes. Pretty sure I was a mermaid in my former life. I also am a huge horror movie fan, and was a competitive swimmer who also boxed during high school. My cousin is Marcia Gay Harden, but our schedules never seem to line up to officially meet. I believe she liked one of my Instagram posts once! I played Star from The Lost Boys in an 80’s Musical at The Duplex, and am manifesting playing her on Broadway. Telsey has asked me to audition for projects before, so they know I exist!
What sets you apart from others?
I don’t fit the mold. I’m honest, a terrible liar, klutzy, and I don’t hide it. Industry has actually found it unique, which is rare! You always try to impress casting directors, and it just has come to a point where I’m like, you know what? I’ll bring my all to this room and that is all that matters. That I did my best, and I move onto the next. We are all just people, and the industry doesn’t own us. Love what you do. I always have said, if you don’t feel butterflies when you are filming a project or out on stage, this is the wrong line of work to be in.
What are your upcoming major events ?
Well, starting in the fall I’ll be back to my residency with The Producer’s Club in NYC for their NY Playground playwrights program. We take the summer off. They call us in to perform new writer’s shorts as an SNL-like reading skit. Last year was my third time with the company and I am so grateful. Another exciting thing—I was asked to audition for a musical theater movie for Hollywood and will be up against a famous singer for the role. If anyone knows me, they’ll know exactly what my favorite musical is and exactly how hard I’m going for it. I’ve played the part once Off Broadway, and again in a regional production. It’s an honor just to be considered. That character is my heart and soul. Other than that, audition, audition! I really want to book some television and film this year.
What expert advice would you like to give?
A.I is taking away jobs from the creative industry, please, think of other opportunities to utilize it for rather than replacing voices or likeness of actors. I have seen some horrifying things online with scenes entirely A.I. It’s very scary, honestly. Imagine thinking that during any time, you could be replaced with a machine. Be kind to everyone you meet and be careful where you invest your money. If you want to get to know casting directors, take Zoom or in-person workshops! Let them get to know you. A huge thing to watch out for are programs either online or in-person where you pay coaches/people thousands upon thousands of dollars to find out things you already know. A simple Google, Reddit or Backstage search can show you the red flags and the scams. As a journalist, write anything and everything. Never stop. I freelanced for various publications since I was sixteen, in March of 2021, I started Lorette Magazine. Sometimes, creating your own path is the best thing to step forward in your career. Use your voice. Make great relationships with publicists and agents and managers if you want to interview celebrities or review projects. It’s hard-work and luck! 99% of this industry is rejection. You’ve got this!
Your social media handles and website links?
- Instagram @katiehardenofficial
- Currently Revamping;
- Twitter: @khardenofficial & @MagazineLorette
- Lorette Magazine (lorettemag.com)
- katieharden.com
As well as IMDB & Actor’s Access (where we pay 400 per minute, actor’s will know the joke.)
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