Megan Park (born July 24, 1986) is a Canadian actress and director. She is known for her portrayal of Grace Bowman in the television series The Secret Life of the American Teenager.[1] In 2021, Park made her feature directorial debut with The Fallout, which won three awards at South by Southwest and was later released on HBO Max.
Megan Park | |
|---|---|
 Park at The F Word premiere in September 2013 | |
| Born | July 24, 1986 Lindsay, Ontario, Canada |
| Occupation(s) | Actress, director, singer |
| Years active | 2003–present |
| Spouse | |
| Children | 2 |
Early life
editBorn in Lindsay, Ontario, Park began her acting career with small parts starting at age 6. She attended Oakridge Secondary School, in London, Ontario. She was also a part of the Original Kids Theatre program.[2]
Career
editActing
editHer first major roles came with a guest spot on the Lifetime series Angela's Eyes and a minor role in the indie movie Charlie Bartlett.[3]
Park completed a guest starring role on the popular Disney channel Family show Life with Derek as Amy, a love interest of Derek and head cheerleader ex-girlfriend to Max. Her largest role to date has been in the ABC Family series The Secret Life of the American Teenager, where she plays one of the main characters, Grace Bowman, a conservative Christian teen and cheerleader who, along with her boyfriend, struggle with her purity vow until marriage.[3]
In 2013, Park lost the role of Nicki in the sitcom Undateable to Briga Heelan. Heelan had originally been cast in the role but was believed to be unable to continue when her sitcom Ground Floor was renewed for a second season. The part was recast with Park, however when Heelan's schedule was adjusted to allow her to appear on both shows, Heelan took back the role.[4]
In 2014, Park portrayed Jules in the horror-thriller film Demonic, directed by Will Canon.[5]
In 2015, Park portrayed Lindsay in the Hallmark Channel movie A Wish Come True, directed by Mark Rosman.[6]
Music
editIn 2009, Park and singer Codi Caraco formed a band called Frank and Derol among Brandi Cyrus, in which she sang and played bass guitar.[7]
In 2010, Park left the band to focus on her acting career. Park also appeared, together with Tyler Hilton, in a music video called "(Kissed You) Good Night" recorded by American country music group Gloriana.
Personal life
editIn July 2006, Park started dating American actor and singer Tyler Hilton after meeting him on the set of Charlie Bartlett.[8] They became engaged in December 2013[9] and married on October 10, 2015.[10] On December 20, 2019, they welcomed a daughter. Their second child, a son, was born in 2024.[11]
Filmography
editFilm
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Some Things That Stay | Brenda Murphy | |
| 2007 | Kaw | Gretchen | |
| 2007 | Charlie Bartlett | Whitney Drummond | |
| 2007 | Diary of the Dead | Francine Shane | |
| 2011 | A Cinderella Story: Once Upon a Song | Beverly "Bev" Van Ravensway | Direct-to-video |
| 2012 | "(Kissed You) Good Night" | Love interest | Gloriana music video |
| 2012 | Guns, Girls and Gambling | Cindy, The Girl Next Door | |
| 2012 | So Undercover | Cotton Roberts | |
| 2013 | The F Word | Dalia | Also known as What If |
| 2015 | Demonic | Jules | |
| 2015 | Room | Laura | Uncredited role |
| 2016 | Central Intelligence | Lexi | |
| 2018 | Did I Kill My Mother? | Natalie Romero | |
| 2018 | Dog Days | Kelli | |
| 2020 | Deported | Harper |
Television
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | This Time Around | Young Cara Cabot | Television film |
| 2004 | She's Too Young | Becca White | Television film |
| 2004 | Dark Oracle | Ainsley | Episode: "It Happened at the Dance" |
| 2004 | Ace Lightning | Jessica Fisgus | Recurring role |
| 2006 | The Road to Christmas | Hilly Pullman | Television film |
| 2006 | Angela's Eyes | Zoe | Episode: "Undercover Eyes" |
| 2007 | Life with Derek | Amy | Episode: "Cheerleader Casey" |
| 2007 | The Dark Room | Zoe | Television film |
| 2007 | Kaw | Gretchen | Television film |
| 2008–2013 | The Secret Life of the American Teenager | Grace Bowman | Main role |
| 2010 | Entourage | Girl Being Interviewed | Episode: "Buzzed" |
| 2010 | The Perfect Teacher | Devon Burke | Television film |
| 2011 | Happy Endings | Chloe | Episode: "Baby Steps" |
| 2012 | The Newsroom | Gwen Valley | Episode: "News Night 2.0" |
| 2013–2014 | The Neighbors | Jane | Recurring role |
| 2014 | The Lottery | Rose | Recurring role |
| 2015 | Jane the Virgin | Dr. Damprey | Episode: "Chapter Thirty" |
| 2015 | A Wish Come True | Lindsay Corwin | Television film |
| 2015 | Ungodly Acts | Melissa Cooper | Television film |
| 2016 | My Christmas Love | Janet | Television film |
| 2017 | Imposters | Gaby | 3 episodes |
| 2017 | 9JKL | Sara | Episode: "Nanny Wars" |
| 2018 | Once Upon a Prince | Susanna Truitt | Hallmark Television film |
| 2018 | Time for Me to Come Home for Christmas | Cara Hill | Hallmark Television film |
| 2019 | A Christmas Wish | Maddie | Television film |
| 2019 | Young Sheldon | Francine Walker | Episode: "A Math Emergency and Perky Palms" |
| 2021 | A Royal Queens Christmas | Dee Dee | Hallmark Television film |
Director
edit| Year | Title | Artist |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | "Rich White Girls" | Mansionz |
| 2017 | "Watch" | Billie Eilish |
| 2018 | "Buzzin" | Alina Baraz |
| 2018 | "I Wanna Know" | RL Grime featuring Daya |
| 2018 | "City on Fire" | Tyler Hilton |
| Year | Title | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Lucy in My Eyes | Short film, also writer |
| 2018 | A Beautiful Future: Goodnight | Short film, also writer |
| 2021 | The Fallout | Also writer |
| 2024 | My Old Ass[12][13] | Also writer |
References
edit- ^ "Megan Park". ABC Spark. Retrieved November 15, 2017.
- ^ "Megan Park Online Bio". Meganparkonline.com. Archived from the original on March 3, 2016. Retrieved July 25, 2012.
- ^ a b "ABC Family – The Secret Life of the American Teenager – Cast – Official Site". ABC Family. Retrieved July 25, 2012.
- ^ Andreeva, Nellie (September 5, 2013). "Briga Heelan Back On NBC Comedy 'Undateable' As Recurring". Deadline.com. Retrieved March 4, 2014.
- ^ MrDisgusting (January 5, 2015). "Watch Blood Float Through the 'Demonic' Trailer!". Bloody Disgusting. Retrieved October 19, 2015.
- ^ "A Wish Come True". Hallmark Channel. Retrieved October 8, 2021.
- ^ Tan, Michelle (June 18, 2009). "Miley's Sister Brandi Cyrus Hits the Stage". People. Retrieved May 6, 2010.
- ^ "Tyler Hilton – Hilton Finds Love With Movie Co-Star". contactmusic.com. February 11, 2008. Retrieved May 3, 2012.
- ^ Garcia, Jennifer (January 23, 2014). "Tyler Hilton Engaged to Megan Park". People. Time Inc. Retrieved October 19, 2015.
- ^ Vulpo, Mike (October 10, 2015). "Tyler Hilton and Megan Park Are Married! All the Details on the Couple's Fall-Themed Celebration". E! Online. Retrieved October 19, 2015.
- ^ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved July 10, 2024.
- ^ Hartill, Mary Beth (September 26, 2022). "Movie 'My Old Ass' an economic boon for Muskoka". Gravenhurst Banner. Gravenhurst, Ontario: Metroland Media Group.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (March 9, 2022). "'My Old Ass': Megan Park Directing Her Second Film; LuckyChap & Indian Paintbrush Producing". Deadline. Retrieved March 22, 2023.
External links
edit- Megan Park at IMDb
