For more than 30 years, Icey Parks has been a quiet force across film, television, and theater. She began behind the stages of Broadway, running wardrobe departments and shaping how stories are told through costume. That foundation carried her into a career spanning more than 80 projects.

You may not know her name, but you have seen her work. From American Gangster to Nurse Jackie, Oz, Luke Cage, and Pose, her imprint is woven into the culture.

In this rare conversation, Icey opens up about her journey, her discipline, and what it takes to sustain a career behind the scenes at the highest level. We also talk about her latest project, The Color Purple, produced by Oprah Winfrey and Steven Spielberg, and the responsibility of helping bring powerful stories to life.

Icey does not do interviews, which makes this moment a true gift.  ...