Became involved in theatre after her parents wouldn't allow a television in the house
Went to high school with musician Ray Hargrove
Appeared in a number of theater productions, including As You Like It, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Measure for Measure, Baby and Chicago
Broke her nose while filming the 2000 film Frequency
Played the titular role in the made-for-TV movie The Linda McCartney Story in 2000