Jennifer Hazelip was born on January 2 in Morristown, New Jersey, USA.She earned a BA in Theatre from Penn State University, and moved to NYC upon graduation to attend the William Esper Studio in Manhattan. After graduating from their two-year Meisner program, she moved to West Hollywood, CA where she worked in print modeling and commercials.She has been married to actor Robert Forrest since May 3, 2003. They have 3 children. Together they own Impact Creative Arts Academy in Summerville, SC.