Amber Nicole Benson (born January 8, 1977) is an American
actress, singer, writer, director, and producer. She is best known for her role
as Tara Maclay on the TV series Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and has also
directed, produced and starred in her own films Chance (2002) and Lovers, Liars
& Lunatics (2006). She also starred in the movie Kiss the Bride (2007). She
co-directed the film Drones with fellow Buffy cast member Adam Busch. Benson
also starred as a waitress in the horror movie The Killing Jar.