Patti Henderson: Starting My Third Life
Some people play it safe. Costume designer Patti Henderson has built her life on anything but.
In this episode of Half Betty, we sit down with the celebrated film and television costume designer whose work has been featured at Cannes, Sundance, and Tribeca Film Festivals, and on productions for Amblin Entertainment, Amazon Studios, and Universal Pictures. Patti’s credits include Under the Bridge, Flag Day, Totally Killer, and Nobody - but her most captivating stories happen off-screen. Along the way, she has found inspiration and connection with remarkable women, including her neighbour on Vancouver Island, Pamela Anderson, whose own journey of reinvention after heartbreak resonated deeply with Patti, and Diane Keaton, whose collaboration and creative influence during Patti’s early film work left a lasting impression.
Patti has lived three distinct lives: first as a stay-at-home mom, then as a creative powerhouse in the entertainment industry, and now as a woman embracing midlife reinvention and self-discovery. She shares how boldness shaped her career - and sometimes cost her work - and how on-the-job experience became her film school. We explore her views on feminism, industry double standards, and how recovery transformed her leadership, her creativity, and her life.
Whether you’re curious about the art of costume design, the resilience it takes to thrive in the film industry, or the courage it takes to start over in midlife, this conversation is filled with inspiration, creative insight, and the reminder that it’s never over until you say it is.
Bio
Patti Henderson is a highly accomplished costume designer in the film and television industry, known for her work on various notable projects that have been featured at Cannes, Sundance, Tribeca and Toronto Film Festivals . Some of the studios she has collaborated with include Amblin Entertainment, Amazon Studios and Universal Pictures.
Patti’s current credits include "Love Hurts" the action packed feature starring Ke Huy Quan and Ariana DeBose for 87North Action, “Under the Bridge” for Hulu starring Lily Gladstone, where Patti’s costumes contributed to the film's gritty atmosphere and character development. Patti’s period costume designs were featured at the 74th Cannes Film Festival’s 2021 world premier of “Flag Day” where she attended with the film’s star and director, Sean Penn. Additionally, her creative vision was instrumental in shaping the aesthetics of the Amazon Pictures dark comedy "Totally Killer." Patti also designed the action thriller "Nobody" for Universal Pictures featuring Bob Odenkirk, where her designs further accentuated the film's intense and thrilling scenes.
Patti’s versatile and skilled approach to costume design across different genres has reinforced her status as a respected figure in the industry. Her costume design work has been recognized with nominations for excellence in period costume from The Gemini Awards, The Canadian Screen Awards, The Golden Scythe Awards and The CAFTCAD Awards.
Full project information is available on IMDb.com under Patricia J. Henderson.
Representation by Julian Savodivker, EVP & Head of Production, Independent Artist Group.
Linkedin - Patti Henderson
IMDB - Patti J. Henderson
Website - PattiHenderson.me
Instagram - @pattyhendersoncostumes
Patti’s Five Words - creative, leader, bold, feminist, faithful
Sponsor Information
We love Voes & Co because they are the perfect mix of style, comfort, and sustainability. Designed to effortlessly complement any outfit—from casual to chic—they’re as versatile as they are timeless. Made with next-generation vegan materials, their footwear is soft, breathable, and built to last—without any cruelty. We want you to step out in style and comfort so that’s why we’ve partnered with Voes & Co to bring our subscribers 50% off any pair of shoes!
Please use this link to purchase https://voesandcompany.com/discount/BettyLovesVoes
Forget the cheap plastic cases — Loba is designed with high-end finishes and customizable LED lights that glow when it’s time to take your pills. It connects to WiFi through the Loba App, where you can set daily reminders and let visual cues do the work for you. Inside are 7 daily pill pods, making it easy to stay on track without the mental load. If you take vitamins or supplements, Loba is the upgrade your wellness routine deserves. We partnered with LOBA to offer our subscribers 10% off!
Please use this link to purchase https://shoploba.com/HALFBETTY
Connect with us
Website link here
Instagram link here
LinkedIn link here
Facebook link here
Leave a voicemail for us
https://www.halfbetty.com/voicemail/
Founder/Host: Andrea Rathborne
Creative Producer/Co-Host: Krista Gruen
Editors: Andrea Rathborne & Krista Gruen
Audio Engineer: Ryan Clarke
Episode sponsors: LOBA and Voes and Company