Born on September 10, 1957, in Geneva, Switzerland, she is the daughter of iconic actor Richard Burton and producer Sybil Burton. Raised in a theatrical family, she pursued drama at Brown University and later at Yale School of Drama. She has built a distinguished career across film, television, and stage. Known for her roles in TV series like "Grey's Anatomy" and "Scandal," she has also been acclaimed for her work on Broadway, earning multiple Tony Award nominations for performances in productions like "Hedda Gabler" and "The Elephant Man."