Monica Potter is a multi-talented individual who has achieved success in various fields. Born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, she is the daughter of Nora Marie (Sexton),a homemaker and part-time cleaning lady, and Paul Ely Brokaw, Jr., who invented the first flame-resistant car wax.
Potter is a passionate creator who has founded her own company, Monica Potter Home, which produces a line of natural and locally-crafted home and beauty products. She aims to supplement the beauty and comfort of customers' homes at an affordable price, while creating sustainable job opportunities in the area.
When not running her company, Potter is a talented actress who has starred in various television shows and films. She is known for her portrayal of Kristina Braverman in the NBC drama series Parenthood, for which she received a Golden Globes nomination, a Critics Choice Award, and a TCA Award nomination.
Potter's previous television credits include roles in Boston Legal, Trust Me, Reversible Errors, and The Young and the Restless. She burst onto the film scene with her co-starring role in Con Air and has since starred in Patch Adams, Along Came a Spider, Head Over Heels, I'm with Lucy, Saw, Without Limits, Lower Learning, and The Last House on the Left.
In addition to her acting and business pursuits, Potter is a devoted wife and mother of three. She resides in both Cleveland and Los Angeles with her family.
