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MISSISSIPPI.
I was born in the Deep South. I spent my youth on a Gulfport, Mississippi pier, slurping oysters off the half-shell. I am thankful for my Southern heart, creative expression, and the rich landscape that inspires me to invent memorable characters in my work.
At age eight, I got a taste of bliss. No, I’m not talking about a redneck hitting me with a crawfish. I played Alice in a theatre production of Alice in Wonderland. Even then, I understood entertainment has the power to connect humanity.
FLORIDA.
We moved to Florida when I was ten, where I booked several television roles on Nickelodeon, and modeled as well. I learned that true beauty is on the inside. As a teacher would later say, “It’s best to have the heart of a rose and the hide of a rhinoceros.”
I attended Winter Park High School. A great school, but kids can be cruel when armed with toilet paper and stolen signs they place in your yard. Ah, well, while this was building character, I enjoyed excelling academically, cheerleading, debate team, homecomings, and psychology classes. I like to diversify. |
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| I went to University of Florida for two years, where I studied Journalism and French. I had an amazing time doing the sorority thing, and going to every football game. Love of football is something they put in the water lines down there, and I drank the water.
During my freshman year at UF, I lost a very dear friend in a tragic accident. It put everything in perspective. Life can be cut short in an instant. Love with open arms, and express yourself, with grace. I know Casey watches over me, and he is in my heart forever. |
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ACTING.
I was ready for the next chapter of my life. I moved to LA and was up for a contract role on Days of Our Lives. I signed with an agent, and Days wrote the role out of the show. I booked my first job soon after, a guest star on the comedy Unhappily Ever After, followed by roles on Drew Carey, That 70's Show, Sunset Beach, Off Centre, Coupling, Grounded for Life, Clubhouse, and The Shield. One of the most exciting shoots was playing a small town girl, turned flight attendant, in Steven Spielberg's Catch Me If You Can. Most of it got cut, but you can still catch a glimpse of me having the time of my life.
I played a crime boss’ girlfriend in the feature film Kiss Toledo Goodbye, starring Christopher Walken. I learned to tap dance and play the guitar for the lead role in Sarah's Life. I raved in A Midsummer Night's Rave directed by Gil Cates Jr.; let freedom ring in the independent film, Young, Single, and Angry and fell in love and off the wagon in an appearance on NBC's Life. I laughed a lot in between takes in a series of comedy promos for NBC's Green Week, got spooked in IFC's Pushing Twilight, pulled the trigger in the dramatic short-film My Hero, played Dean Cain’s crazy date in Bed and Breakfast, died in CBS's Ghost Whisperer, and did my best sorority cheer in ABC’s Happy Endings. |
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TEACHERS.
I am lucky to have studied with the great acting teacher, Larry Moss. He inspired a dedicated, unparalleled work ethic. I also have incredible writing mentors, who have become my dear friends and champions. I am deeply grateful to those who continue to help me along my path.
WRITING.
Throughout my career, I have studied screenwriting and writing for television from UCLA, Writers Boot Camp, and working writers. Two years ago, I teamed up with partners, to write and produce a zany half-hour comedy pilot presentation. That led to other tv and feature opportunities, and discovering my individual voice as a writer.
I am so proud of my new single-camera-half-hour comedy pilot, which got me back to my Southern roots. I have also recently completed the first draft of a buddy comedy feature film.
For writing inquiries and literary representation, please contact Jamie Afifi at Ziffren Brittenham.
LIFE.
I love this business. I am excited by all the facets of creating television and film. I also know what’s important are my friends, family, and being the best evolved person I can be. I have amazing friends here in Los Angeles, the best friendships of my life. I know I am here to make a contribution to humanity, and inspire some laughs… |
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