Vanessa is an American actress. She was born in Bay Shore, Long Island and was raised in Syracuse, NY.

She is a lifelong professional story teller. She grew up on the stage and has performed in more than 50 productions, many of which she held a lead role, including a personal favorite, Abigail in "The Crucible." In 2002 she won Syracuse Stage's 'Young Playwright Award' for her one-man show, "Urn.