Born and raised in New York City. Went to high school in Hanover, New Hampshire when her parents moved there. Only child. Resides in New York City and Los Angeles. Also a writer and playwright. Parents: Herb Kummel, was a dancer with several major ballet companies. Marion Kummel, artist. Tamar has a background in stand up comedy, having produced several comedy shows in New York City. She's also written and performed sketch comedy, a one person show "Cultural Immersion", and several plays and films. In 2011, she formed Captain Purple Productions LLC, a production company for films and more. She is also the author if the self published book, "How To Run Auditions", which is available everywhere.