KATIE AILION (she/her) is an actress and coach based in New York, originally from Atlanta, GA where she still works as a local hire.

On stage and screen, Katie often plays characters with extreme smarts, scathing charm or dry humor. Think Shiv Roy from Succession, Mary Crawley from Downtown Abbey, or Dr.Santos from The Pitt. 

She is represented by manager Tony Cloer of Blue Ridge Entertainment, Tracey Goldblum of BBR for Commercial/VO, and Terri Dollar of KU Talent Southeast (local hire, ATL).

Katie holds a BFA in Acting from UNC School of the Arts (ranked 3rd Best Drama School in the World, Hollywood Reporter) and continues her training in NYC working at the Master Level in Film Technique with Bob Krakower and coach Eric Reis for almost a decade. She is a proud member of the Actors Equity Association and loves the opportunity to earn healthcare. In addition, Katie honed her improv skills at Upright Citizens Brigade for many years where she was told she was “pretty funny”.

Currently, Katie is reprising her series regular role in the viral web comedy Don’t Suck which garnered 8M views and 40k subscribers on YouTube. She was awarded Best Actress at the NJ Film Festival for the pilot episode. Episodes roll out throughout the summer of 2026 starting in June. (Look out for Emmy winner Jeff Hiller!)

Additionally, Katie is in post-production for her first self-created short film, We’ve Got Mail, a New York love story between two mail delivery drivers from opposing companies, directed by Beth Fletcher. She has another short in the works aiming for 2027 production.

Outside of her own pursuits, Katie teaches Level II on-camera technique as an associate coach at ER Studio. 

All this being said, it is definitely more likely you’ll find her: (1) reading books at 2am, (2) disassociating with a murder doc, (3) writing screenplays/crying, or (4) obsessing over her rescue dog Murphy and husband Max.

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PRESS

"...complex, centered, radically different character turns, fraught with truth, emotion and signature compassion.” - CT Critic’s Circle (Nomination for Thousand Pines, Westport Country Playhouse)

“Her work was impressive, performed with intelligence. It is obvious she is highly skilled.” – Talkin' Broadway

"Ailion delivered superb comic timing, gleaming innocence cut with a refreshingly strong will and sensuality." -Conway Daily Sun

“Ailion reminded all of us why the future of the theater remains bright, and in good hands." -Bangor Daily News

"...exhibits incredible control over her instrument.... delivering characters who are as different as night and day.” -Pillow Talk Theater Review

"I found Katie moving and fascinating.” – Karen Isaacs, Berkshire Fine Arts

"An exemplary cast, well chosen by Austin Pendleton." - CT Critic's Circle

“Truly stunning… Katie Ailion is heartbreaking in her three roles.” – Zander Opper, CT Theater Critic