Born on February 8, 1969, in Plainfield, New Jersey, she is an accomplished American actress with a career spanning film, television, and stage. She gained recognition for her role in the TV series "Murder One" and achieved further success with "The West Wing," where she played Kate Harper. Her film credits include "Private Parts," "Deep Impact," and "1408." A versatile performer, she has also appeared in numerous theater productions. She studied at the William Esper Studio and Trinity College.