Lived in Moscow, Russia while studying at the famed Moscow Art Theatre.
Attended University of Michigan (B.A. in Theatre and Drama) in Ann Arbor, MI.
Has a second masters degree in public administration from Baruch College in New York City.
Raised millions of dollars for nonprofit organizations in New York City as a former fund-raising executive and consultant.
Shaved her head bald for a theatrical production of the Greek tragedy Trojan Women directed by JoAnne Akalaitis at Shakespeare Theatre Company in Washington, DC.
Has an MFA in Acting from Carnegie Mellon University.