Florence Hartigan is a multifaceted artist with American roots, New Zealand upbringing, and a current residence in Los Angeles. This talented individual is widely recognized for her leading role in Phoenix Forgotten, a film produced by renowned directors Ridley Scott, Wes Ball, and Mark Canton.
Beyond Phoenix Forgotten, Hartigan's filmography boasts a diverse range of credits, including the animated feature To Your Last Death, which stars William Shatner and Morena Baccarin, as well as Entrance, The Witch of Portabello, and the romantic comedy Magik and Rose.
Born in Ithaca, New York, Hartigan spent her formative years in Ireland and New Zealand. She began her acting career at a young age, landing a guest star role on New Zealand's iconic TV drama, Shortland Street. Hartigan then went on to play a main role in Vanessa Alexander's feature film Magik and Rose, as well as various TV shows, pilots, and award-winning short films.
Taking a hiatus from professional acting, Hartigan pursued higher education at the University of Otago, Dunedin, and the University of California, Berkeley. Upon completing her studies, she honed her craft under the guidance of renowned New Zealand Meisner teacher Michael Saccente before relocating to Los Angeles to further her acting career.
In addition to her acting endeavors, Hartigan has honed her skills in improv comedy and writing at the Upright Citizen's Brigade and The Groundlings. She has also acted in Comedy Central Studios' web project "Bro Dependent" and has collaborated with Funny or Die on several projects, featuring her writing and acting talents.
When not acting or writing, Hartigan is a musician, regularly performing at venues in Los Angeles and New York. She has also written music for various TV and film projects.
