Began her career at the age of 16 on the theatrical stage

Received rave reviews in the title role of "Gypsy," at Marriott's Lincolnshire Theatre in Chicago

Featured in the national touring productions of "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum"

Had a recurring role as a paramedic on the NBC medical drama "ER"

Appeared in the Emmy Award-winning miniseries "Taken," produced by Steven Spielberg; aired on the Sci-fi channel

Starred in "Boy Gets Girl," at the Geffen Playhouse in Los Angeles

Cast opposite Will Smith and Kevin James in the comedy "Hitch"