Born in Atlanta and raised in New Jersey, she moved to Los Angeles as a teenager to pursue an acting career. She gained early recognition for her role in "Clueless" (1995), leading to diverse roles in films like "Girl, Interrupted" (1999) and "8 Mile" (2002). Known for her versatility, she also lent her voice to the character of Luanne Platter on the animated series "King of the Hill." Her vibrant on-screen presence was matched by a passionate off-screen life, which ended prematurely in 2009.
THE RAMEN GIRL
The Ramen Girl follows an American woman who finds herself stranded in Tokyo after a breakup. She decides to become an apprentice at a local ramen...
CLUELESS
Clueless is a 1995 coming-of-age teen comedy film loosely based on Jane Austen's 1815 novel Emma. Set in Beverly Hills, it follows the story of Cher...
GIRL, INTERRUPTED
Girl, Interrupted is a 1999 film based on the memoir of the same name by Susanna Kaysen. The story follows a young woman who is committed to a mental...
8 MILE
8 Mile is a 2002 American drama film starring Eminem in his acting debut. The film follows a young aspiring rapper living in Detroit who struggles...
SPUN
Spun is a 2002 American crime comedy-drama film directed by Jonas Åkerlund. The movie follows the lives of several individuals involved in the...