Raised in the Los Angeles, area

In late 1970s, met collaborators Charlie Coffey and Terrence McNally in San Francisco

Performed as a stand-up comedian

Made film debut in "Any Which Way You Can"

Released first album, "Goddess in Progress"

Starred in TV comedy show, "Just Say Julie" (MTV)

Co-starred in and co-wrote feature "Earth Girls are Easy"

Spoofed Madonna in "Medusa: Dare to Be Truthful", a Showtime special

Starred in sketch comedy series "The Edge" (Fox)

Provided character voice of Saleen on the animated series "Aladdin"

Cast in the spoof "Plump Fiction"; portrayed Mimi, a character based on Uma Thurman's role in "Pulp Fiction"

Served as a writer and producer for the sitcom "Clueless" (ABC, 1996-1997; UPN, 1997-1999); also made appearances as Coach Diemer and directed episodes

Co-wrote, executive produced and starred in the Comedy Central series "Strip Mall"