Debra grew up in the Sonoma Wine Country of Northern California. Her first commercial was on a local kid's show "Captain Satellite". Even though she was "under-age" She won the spot and the day by being able to execute the product title of "Flip-Flop Friends", repeatedly. Drawn to performing her whole life, Debra studied in high school and "some college", but fell prey to expectations and followed the convention of homemaker. Several decades and three husbands later, it became clear that Passion would not be denied, and with the blessings of husband and son, Debra at last began her journey. With several projects under her belt in front of the camera, and a few as producer as well, she is ready for the next part of the journey. When a colleague said, after working with her on set, "Gee, it's a shame you didn't do this when you were younger". Debra replied, " Oh I am much better now. Meisner said 'It takes 20 years to become an actor' and I didn't want to waste anyone's time".
