Martha Hackett
Martha Hackett, born on February 21, 1961, in Boston, Massachusetts, is a distinguished American actress recognized for her role as Seska in the acclaimed television series "Star Trek: Voyager," where she made a memorable impact across thirteen episodes. A graduate of Harvard University/Radcliffe College, she further honed her craft with an MFA in Acting from the University of Southern California. Early in her career, Hackett auditioned for the role of Jadzia Dax in "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine" but ultimately became known for her portrayal of Seska, a nuanced Bajoran Maquis member turned Cardassian spy. Notably, her character's arc included a pregnancy, a storyline that coincided with Hackett's real-life experience during filming.
In addition to her work in the Star Trek universe, Hackett's career spans film, television, and theater. Her film credits encompass titles such as "Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day" (2014), "Kiss Kiss Bang Bang" (2005), and "The Bye Bye Man" (2017). On the small screen, she has graced shows like "Days of Our Lives," "NCIS," and "Masters of Sex." Hackett has also contributed her voice to several video games within the Star Trek franchise.
Married to independent filmmaker Tim Disney, the couple shares two children. Martha Hackett continues to thrive in the entertainment landscape, celebrated for her ability to traverse various genres and mediums with ease.