Born on December 13, 1950, in Buffalo, New York, she is an American actress known for her roles in television sitcoms and drama series. Prior to her acting career, she worked as a fashion model. She gained prominence in the 1990s with her role as Nina Van Horn on "Just Shoot Me!" and later starred in "Hot in Cleveland." Her career spans over four decades and includes voice work in animated series, as well as roles in numerous films and stage productions.