Born in Oklahoma and raised in Litchfield Park, Arizona. Briefly attended both Northern Arizona University and New York University. Has a 20-year-old daughter, Charlee, from her first marriage. Started using her middle name about 1987. Sang with a band in L.A.; has recorded a blues album. Original character of "Erica" in Eric Bogosian's play, SubUrbia. Currently working as a radio deejay in upstate New York.
Mary Stuart Masterson's character in Some Kind of Wonderful was based in part on Renee's character in Weird Science. Dated As the World Turns co-star Jon Hensley.