Her first acting job was "The King and I" at the London Palledium starring Yul Brynner and Virginia Mckenna. She played the speaking role of Princess Ying Yeowlak at the age of four.
Her parents are from the Philippines, and she has two sisters, Rhoda
and Rowena. Rhoda, a professional dancer, appeared in the touring
musical 'West Side Story'.
Renee was "Miss Philippines UK 1992"
Renee has two sisters; Rhoda and Rowena. Rhoda is also an actress and
performer and Rowena works in the fashion industry.
Renee is also married to actor, singer, dancer Julian Essex-Spurrier, a
well established performer in the West End.