12 Things You Didn't Know About Zooey Deschanel

9. Her First Appearance Was In Veronica's Closet

https://youtu.be/aCJhZh34mhU?t=3m25s She may be recognised around the world for New Girl, but Deschanel started off with a minor role on NBC's Veronica's Closet back in 1998. Deschanel played the part of Elena who is shown around Veronica's (Kirstie Alley) company during a visit where she is taught about all of the roles that women could play in a business. Instead, all Elena wants to do is look pretty and model, a message which Deschanel won't look back on proudly.