Is of Romanian-Hungarian descent on her father's side and of Mexican descent on her mother's side. She never met her father.

Received an "introducing" credit for The Princess & the Barrio Boy (2000) (TV) although it was her eighth movie.

She became a member of Church of Scientology when she was introduced to it by her chiropractor.

Speaks conversational Italian.

Originally from the Chicago area, she currently resides in Los Angeles.

Received the distinguished Golden Eagle Award for the most promising actress in 2001.

Is a volunteer supervisor and spokesperson for Criminon, an international, non-profit organization which addresses the cause of criminality and seeks to rehabilitate inmates.

Attended College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn in early 1990s. Went to Naperville North High School in Naperville, Illinois.

Won the prestigious National Speech and Theater Championship Award for 2 years while at College of DuPage.

Spokesperson for Citizens Commission on Human Rights.

Named "The Bombshell" of 2007 by Vibe Magazine, as part of their Hot 100.