Heather Le Roy is an actor, comedienne, writer , director and photographer whose feature debut, My Best Friend Depression, is being hailed as “gutsy and original". Growing up in rural Alabama, she embarked on a creative journey that led her from small-town beginnings to the international stage. After graduating Emerson College, she spent a decade as a stand-up comic, performing across Los Angeles, New York and internationally. Further honing her storytelling skills at Second City Conservatory, The Groundlings and IOWest, where she created two acclaimed one-woman shows: The Battle of Wounded Me and MEDIOKRA.

As a director, Heather's work in music videos and commercials  and as an award-winning, published documentary photographer she  brings a visually striking and authentic perspective to her filmmaking. Her ability to combine sharp storytelling with a unique visual style highlights her originality and determination to push creative boundaries..

Awarded Best Feature at Portland and Defy Film Fest in fall of 2024, My Best Friend Depression is currently on the festival circuit.

Photos by Elisabeth Donaldson