Born on June 1, 1969, in Dover, Delaware, she is an American actress best known for her role as Pam Byrnes-Focker in the "Meet the Parents" film series. She began her career as a dancer before transitioning to acting, gaining early television roles in the 1980s. Her film career took off with "Meet the Parents" in 2000. She has also appeared in TV shows such as "The West Wing" and starred in the family drama series "The Fosters." Her career spans both comedic and dramatic roles.