DeVaughn Nixon

DeVaughn Nixon

42 · Born: Jul 8, 1983

Personal Details

Official Socials
BornJul 8, 1983 Los Angeles, California, USA
Parents
  • Debbie Allen
  • Norman Nixon
Relatives
  • Norman Nixon Jr. (Sibling)
  • Vivian Nixon (Sibling)
  • Phylicia Rashad (Aunt or Uncle)
  • William Lancelot Bowles III (Cousin)
  • Dola Rashad (Cousin)
  • Andrew Arthur Allen Jr (Aunt or Uncle)
  • Andrew Arthur Allen Sr (Grandparent)
  • Vivian Allen (Grandparent)
  • Mary Jo Nixon (Grandparent)
  • Elmer Nixon (Grandparent)
  • Hugh Allen (Aunt or Uncle)

Biography

DeVaughn Nixon, a Los Angeles native, has been a stalwart figure in the entertainment industry for over two decades, accumulating an impressive array of credits along the way.

His journey in the industry commenced with significant roles in the iconic films "Terminator 2: Judgment Day" and "The Bodyguard", laying the groundwork for a long and successful career.

Throughout the years, Nixon has been featured in numerous television series, showcasing his versatility and range as an actor. Some of his notable appearances include "JAG", "The Unit", and "The Game", among many others.

Interestingly, Nixon's family background is steeped in the world of entertainment, with his father, Norm Nixon, being a former professional basketball player in the NBA, and his step-mother, Debbie Allen, a renowned dancer and choreographer.

Career

2025
Ice Fall
Ice Fall as Drake
Snowfall
Snowfall as Kane Hamilton
2018
Groomzilla
Groomzilla as Harrison
Runaways
Runaways as Darius Davis
2011
Prom
Prom as Tyler Barso
2004
Game Box 1.0
Game Box 1.0 as Sherman
1994
Sugar Hill
Sugar Hill as Raynathan Skuggs (age 11)
1992
The Bodyguard
The Bodyguard as Fletcher Marron
Bebe's Kids
Bebe's Kids as Additional Voices (voice)
1991
The Rapture
The Rapture as First Boy