Yvonne Zima was born in Phillipsburg, New Jersey, to parents Dennis and Marie, and is the sister of esteemed actresses Madeline Zima and Vanessa Zima. The surname "Zima", of Polish origin, is her mother's maiden name; Yvonne's maternal grandfather was of Polish descent, while her other ancestry is comprised of Italian, German, and Irish roots.
Yvonne's earliest foray into the world of television was at the tender age of five, when she appeared as "Rachel Green" in the groundbreaking television drama ER, which premiered in 1994. She went on to land a string of movie roles in rapid succession, including Bed of Roses (1996),Executive Decision (1996),Heat (1995),and See Jane Run (1995),as well as making a memorable appearance in the beloved Christmas classic Christmas Every Day (1996).
Notably, Yvonne secured a leading role in the action-packed film The Long Kiss Goodnight (1996),where she starred alongside the talented Geena Davis and Samuel L. Jackson. In addition to her acting pursuits, Yvonne is a multi-talented individual who enjoys playing the guitar, singing, and writing fiction. Moreover, she has expressed a desire to develop a television show in collaboration with her actress-sisters, Madeline and Vanessa.
