Selma Blair is a well-rounded actress with frequent appearances in Hollywood films. She had started out acting in dignified theater roles, but decided that starring in chick flicks was the way to make money.
Her first significant role was as Zoe in the teenage sitcom Zoe, Duncan, Jack and Jane. Although a fully grown adult, her youthful frame, and demeanor made her perfect for the role.
Her early film roles had been in romantic comedies like The Broccoli Theory, In & Out, and Strong Island Boys. She had also played the leading role for the TV exclusive movie Amazon High, which is like not High School Musical but in the rainforest.