Classically trained at Northwestern University and The School at Steppenwolf, Taryn Reneau is an American actress best known for her supporting lead turn in the indie romance 11 Minutes Ago (2007). In addition to film and TV, Reneau works in theatres around the country performing Shakespeare, musicals, and world premiere plays. Most recently, she appeared in the world premiere drama Unspeakable at the Broadway Playhouse. Hedy Weiss of the Chicago Sun-Times applauded, "Reneau is excellent here."