Early Life and Family

Nicole Avery Cox was born on June 2, 1978, in Santa Monica, California. She is the daughter of Meredith Avery Cox and Terry Kay Cox. Her father later became her personal manager. Nikki has a younger brother, Matthew Cox, who is also involved in the entertainment industry as an actor.

Personal Life and Relationships

Cox was previously in a relationship with comedian and actor Bobcat Goldthwait. The two met while working together on the sitcom Unhappily Ever After and were reportedly engaged in 1997, though the relationship eventually ended.

In December 2006, Nikki married actor and comedian Jay Mohr. The couple met while working together on the film Lonely Street. Jay later legally changed his name to Jay Ferguson Cox Mohr. Together, they have a son named Meredith Daniel Mohr, born in May 2011. Nikki is also stepmother to Jay’s son from a previous relationship.

Entertainment Career

Nikki Cox began dancing at the age of four and soon landed roles in television and stage productions. Her early exposure led to her first film appearance in the 1988 movie Mac and Me at the age of 10. She went on to make guest appearances in several popular television shows, including Star Trek: The Next Generation, Baywatch, and Mama’s Family.

Nikki's breakout role came in 1995 when she was cast as Tiffany Malloy in the sitcom Unhappily Ever After. The show, which drew comparisons to Married with Children, ran for five seasons and brought her widespread attention. Her performance was particularly well-received, solidifying her status as a prominent television actress during the late 1990s. Her brother Matthew appeared in a few episodes alongside her.