Nicole Elizabeth Eggert was born on January 13, 1972, in Glendale, California. She is an American actress known for her roles in popular television series and films.
Early Life and Career Beginnings:
Nicole was born to Rolf Eggert, a German-born executive of a canning company, and Gina, a British-born talent agent. Her acting career began at a very young age, with her mother entering her into the Miss Universe beauty contest’s petites division when she was just 5 years old. After winning first place, Eggert started appearing in television commercials, including spots for Johnson’s Baby Shampoo.
Rise to Fame:
Eggert’s first substantial role came in 1979 at age 7 in the made-for-TV movie “When She was Bad…” She then landed recurring roles on several TV shows:
- “T.J. Hooker” (1982) – She played William Shatner’s daughter at age 10.
- “Who’s the Boss?” (1985) – She had a recurring role on this popular comedy series.
- “Charles in Charge” (1987-1990) – Eggert gained national stardom as Jamie Powell, one of her most recognizable roles.
Baywatch and Sex Symbol Status:
In 1992, at age 20, Eggert joined the cast of “Baywatch” as Summer Quinn. This role transformed her image from a child actress to a teenage sex symbol. Despite the fame, Eggert found the role demeaning and left the show in 1994.Post-Baywatch Career:
After leaving “Baywatch,” Eggert appeared in various TV shows and films:
- “Married with Children” (1996)
- “Boy Meets World” (1999)
- “Gilmore Girls” (2001)
- “Thank You, Good Night” (2001)
- “What Lies Above” (2004)
- “A Christmas Proposal” (2008)
Reality TV Appearances:
Eggert has also participated in reality TV shows:
- “The Real Gilligan’s Island” (2004)
- “Celebrity Fit Club” (2010)
- “Splash” (2013) – She came in second place on this diving competition show.
Personal Life:
Eggert has been open about personal struggles, including weight issues and the death of her father. She has two daughters and has never been married. In 2018, Eggert made allegations of sexual abuse against her former “Charles in Charge” co-star Scott Baio, which gained significant media attention.Recent Years:
In recent years, Eggert has continued to act in various projects, including TV movies and guest appearances. She has also ventured into producing, working on the TV mini-series “After Baywatch: Moment in the Sun” (2024).Throughout her career, Nicole Eggert has demonstrated versatility as an actress, transitioning from child star to adult roles, and maintaining a presence in the entertainment industry for several decades
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