Natalie Cohen was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. The eldest of four, she has two sisters and a brother. A blue-eyed blonde and an artistic soul, Natalie loves to draw, write stories and pen poetry. Much of Natalie’s inspiration comes from her own life experiences, as well as working on film and television sets with some of the best in the industry for almost 20 years.
As a child, she trained and competed in figure skating. During her teens, she raced behind speed boats going up to 70mph on a water ski as a member of the Lake Arrowhead Water Ski Club.
With an immense love for children, animals and the outdoors, Natalie has a fun-loving, competitive spirit. She has always enjoyed performing and storytelling, so her desire to be involved in the entertainment industry sparked a flame in her heart at a young age.
Natalie began pursuing acting professionally in early 2005. By the summer of 2006, she was cast in her first role as one of 12 elite ‘Models Who Serve’ in the feature film, OCEAN’S THIRTEEN. On set for the majority of filming, Natalie was mesmerized by the cast and crew:
“It was absolutely thrilling to be part of something special – witnessing movie magic as the plot and characters were brought to life, scene by scene. To have the opportunity to work with so many talented actors I’ve watched and admired for years was an incredible honor and an invaluable learning experience. I felt at home and loved being on set. I couldn’t wait to get to work every day! I knew in my heart that I wanted to follow this path for the rest of my life.”
Since then, Natalie has continued to pursue her acting career with full force. A career began as a bombshell that quickly then incorporated her innate comedic talent- witty, subtle, dry, against a true sweetness- has now bloomed into a dramatic actress of worthy intrigue. She has taken on memorable roles in: 2 BROKE GIRLS (CBS), DEATH VALLEY (MTV), THE LEAGUE (FX), and IT’S ALWAYS SUNNY IN PHILADELPHIA (FX). In addition, she has appeared in numerous blockbuster films and a handful of national commercials.
Natalie has achieved notable success as a model, too: She graced the pages of Entertainment Weekly Magazine with Jonah Hill and Michael Cera, was the cover model for TYR Swimwear, and portrayed ‘Lady Justice’ in the global advertising campaign for the CBS legal drama THE DEFENDERS, with Jim Belushi and Jerry O’Connell.
Here is the incandescent heart and soul of an actress, founded in an honesty, sincerity and depth that is truly scarce these days.
In May 2020, during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, the love of Natalie’s life, Trent Ford, received a life-saving liver transplant at UCLA after falling gravely ill. Forever grateful for the gift he received, Natalie and Trent continue to be of service to other transplant patients and caregivers and advocate for organ donation. In 2023, they founded their nonprofit RELIVE, providing free ongoing support and resources for patients and caregivers affected by liver failure and liver transplantation, specializing in helping those suffering from alcohol and addiction related liver disease. They live in perpetual happiness and gratitude with their two cats in sunny Southern California.