Born in Alaska and raised in a small fishing town, this actress is best known for her role as Abby Whelan on the hit TV series "Scandal." She studied at the University of Puget Sound, earning a degree in Communications and Theater, and later trained at the American Conservatory Theater in San Francisco. Before gaining fame on television, she appeared in various theater productions and had guest roles on numerous TV shows. Her work is characterized by strong, dynamic performances.