Biography

Beth Jean Riesgraf is an American actress. She is known for her portrayal of Parker on the TNT television series Leverage (2008-2012) and the revival Leverage: Redemption which streams on IMDb TV. Originally from Belle Plaine, Minnesota, Riesgraf graduated from Cimarron-Memorial High School in Las Vegas, Nevada in 1996.
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Beth Riesgraf is an American actress, director and producer. She is known for her portrayal of Parker on the TNT television series Leverage (2008-2012) and the revival Leverage: Redemption (2021- ) which streams on Amazon Tv. Riesgraf made her theatrical stage debut in 2019 in the critically acclaimed play, The Engagement Party at The Hartford Stage Theater in Connecticut, which was directed by Tony Award-winner Darko Tresnjak. Behind the camera, Riesgraf began her career as a fine art photographer with her work being published and also exhibited at galleries and art shows around the world. She began making a name for herself as a filmmaker after she debuted her documentary short film "Far Away Swimming Pool", which was part of her critically lauded multimedia art installation "American Motel" in 2004.
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Beth Riesgraf is an Actor, Director, Cinematographer, and Producer whose work blends meticulous visual storytelling with character-driven narratives. Known for her ability to craft emotionally resonant stories with a distinct visual language, Riesgraf directs with clarity, confidence, and a collaborative, actor-focused approach. Riesgraf's directorial work spans award-winning short films, episodic television, and multimedia installations. Her short A Standard Story (2011) won Best of Show at the Best Shorts Competition and earned awards for creativity and performance at Indie Fest. Mail Companion (2020) was selected for LA Shorts International, The London International Short Film Festival, and Indie Fest. Her latest short, It Is What It Is (2023), screened at over a dozen festivals and won eight awards, including Best Director and Best Short of the Year. Riesgraf most recently served as Cinematographer and Producer on the feature film The Dosage Makes the Poison (2025), which is slated for release later this year. In television, Riesgraf made her directorial mark on the highly anticipated Leverage: Redemption, serving as Executive Producer and directing five episodes of the series. Her work on the show demonstrates a mastery of pacing, tone, and ensemble performance, bringing a fresh cinematic perspective to episodic storytelling. Riesgraf began her career as a fine art photographer, exhibiting internationally and published in GQ., Nylon, Mean, and Jane. She transitioned to filmmaking in 2003 with the documentary short Far Away Swimming Pool, part of her critically lauded multimedia installation American Motel. Her artistic foundation informs every aspect of her directing, from composition and lighting to narrative rhythm and performance. Based between Los Angeles, New York, and London, Riesgraf combines technical expertise, visual sophistication, and a collaborative approach to filmmaking. Her work consistently explores human complexity and connection, earning recognition for originality, precision, and emotional impact.
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Attended Cimarron-Memorial High School in Las Vegas, NV, where she was student body president, was voted "Most Admired Senior" and senior prom queen and was a member of the photography club. She graduated with honors.