Born in 1979 in Bristol, Tennessee, she grew up in Grundy, Virginia. She studied at Radford University, earning a degree in Performing Arts. She began her acting career with a guest role on "Joey" in 2004. Known for her comedic talent, she gained recognition as Emma Pillsbury on the popular TV series "Glee." Her film credits include roles in "Paul Blart: Mall Cop" and "The Smurfs." She has also appeared in series like "The Millers" and "Trial & Error." Married to actor Adam Campbell, they have one child together.