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Coco Austin

Coco Austin is an American model, television personality, actress, and dancer best known for her work in entertainment and for her marriage to rapper Ice-T.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Coco Austin is an American model, television personality, actress, and dancer. Born Nicole Natalie Austin on March 17, 1979, in Palos Verdes, California, she is best known for her marriage to rapper Ice-T and for the reality series *Ice Loves Coco*.

Early life

Coco Austin was born Nicole Natalie Austin on March 17, 1979, in Palos Verdes, California. Sources describe her as having begun dancing and acting at a young age before later moving into modelling.

Career

Austin built her public profile through modelling and later expanded into television and acting. Her credits include reality television work and guest appearances in film and scripted television.

Marriage and family

Austin married rapper and actor Ice-T in 2002. The couple has one daughter, Chanel Nicole Marrow, born in 2015.

Public image

Austin is widely identified with entertainment and celebrity media coverage, including her appearances alongside Ice-T. She has also been associated with fashion and glamour modelling.

Key facts

  • Coco Austin is the professional name of Nicole Natalie Austin, born in 1979 in California.
  • She is a model, television personality, actress, and dancer.
  • She married rapper Ice-T in 2002.
  • She and Ice-T have a daughter, Chanel Nicole Marrow.
  • She is known for the reality series *Ice Loves Coco*.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Coco Austin?
Coco Austin is an American model, actress, television personality, and dancer. Her birth name is Nicole Natalie Austin.
When was Coco Austin born?
She was born on March 17, 1979.
Who is Coco Austin married to?
She is married to rapper and actor Ice-T.
Does Coco Austin have children?
Yes. She has one daughter, Chanel Nicole Marrow.
What is Coco Austin known for?
She is known for modelling, television appearances, acting roles, and the reality series *Ice Loves Coco*.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coco_Austin
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, occupations, and marriage to Ice-T.
  2. NBC — https://www.nbc.com/nbc-insider/all-about-ice-t-wife-coco-austin
    Supports: Her career as a model, actress, and entertainer; marriage to Ice-T; and daughter Chanel Nicole.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1146910/bio/
    Supports: Birth name, birthplace, birth date, and biographical career details.
  4. Parade — https://parade.com/celebrities/ice-t-wife-coco-austin
    Supports: Career overview, reality series *Ice Loves Coco*, and marriage timeline.
  5. Famous Birthdays — https://www.famousbirthdays.com/people/coco-austin.html
    Supports: Public-facing summary of her career, birth date, and family.