An American actress, born on February 28, 1976, in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, she began her career as a model before transitioning to acting. She gained fame in the late 1990s with roles in teen films like "Varsity Blues" and "Final Destination." She is well-known for portraying the dual roles of Niki Sanders and Tracy Strauss on the television series "Heroes." Her film credits include the "Resident Evil" series and "Legally Blonde." Outside of acting, she is also a cookbook author and a mother of two.