Acting probably saved my life. It gave me a home and a safe place to let out all of my emotions and have it be okay.

Personal life
Marcil was married to actor Corey Feldman from 1989 to 1993 although Vanessa Marcil has at times denied this fact. In 2001 Vanessa Marcil was initially cast to join NYPD Blue's 9th season as a new series regular Det. Olivera in the 11th season episode "Shear Stupidity".

Vanessa Marcil (pron. She is best known for her roles as Brenda Barrett on General Hospital Gina Kincaid on Beverly Hills 90210 and Sam Marquez on Las Vegas. : /mɑrˈsɛl/ mar-SEL;[citation needed] born Sally Vanessa Ortiz; October 15 1968) is an American actress.