Her film breakthrough performance was her portrayal of Tina in 's 1989 , which she followed with 1992.
Among many honors, she was nominated for the for her performance in 1993 as well as four : three for her work as a choreographer on 1990—1994 and another one for her supporting role in 2020—present.
She and her siblings were often split up.
Her mother gave birth to her youngest child while incarcerated.