Born on October 4, 1979, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, she began her career in entertainment as a child model before transitioning to acting. She gained prominence with her role in the 1999 teen romantic comedy "She's All That." Throughout her career, she has appeared in a variety of film and television projects, including "Josie and the Pussycats" and the TV series "Perception." Besides acting, she is also a producer and has been involved in various charity works.