Born on January 7, 1954, in Queens, New York, she is an accomplished American actress of Asian descent. Her career spans theater, film, and television, with early appearances in Broadway productions. She gained wider recognition for roles in TV series like "All-American Girl" and "Sullivan & Son." Her film credits include "Patriot Games" and "The Hot Chick." She is also a writer and filmmaker, having directed the documentary "Long Story Short," which explores her family's vaudeville roots.