Schuurman attended the Montessori Lyceum Herman Jordan in Zeist, and had early experiences with show business; a small role in tv-series Uit de school geklapt (1993), posing for a magazine, and twice winning the finale of the Soundmixshow with her ballet group.

[2] After obtained her VWO-diploma Schuurman was unsure of what to do, and to leave all options open she registered to study Political Science at the University of Amsterdam while also singing up for various casting agencies.

[2] Schuurman made her acting debut in 1993 on the NCRV television series Uit de school geklapt.

Their debut single "Ademnood" (English version: "Turn Your Love Around'") topped the Dutch charts in late 1995.

She had hits with Maar nu heb ik er een, Wereldmeid, Totaal Verkocht and Lover or friend.