Born in 1956 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, she is an accomplished actress and singer. Gaining fame for voicing Belle in Disney's "Beauty and the Beast" (1991), she reprised the role in various sequels and spin-offs. Trained in musical theater, her Broadway credits include "Les Misérables." Also an artist, her paintings are featured in Disney Fine Art. Her work has earned her a Disney Legend Award, solidifying her legacy in animation and musical theater.