An American actress, born on October 10, 1961, in Charlottesville, Virginia, USA. She grew up in Palos Verdes, California, and taught for over 13 years. She launched her acting career on stage. She is known for Chuck (2007-2012), Paranormal Activity 3 (2011), and Christmas with the Kranks (2004). She won the Ovation Award for her role in the Los Angeles production of "Our Country's Good."