Nia Peeples

Nia Peeples

64 · Born: Dec 10, 1961

Personal Details

Official Socials
BornDec 10, 1961 Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
Spouse
  • Sam George

    ( Aug 31, 2007 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • Lauro David Chartrand-Del Valle

    ( Nov 22, 1997 to Jun 1, 2004 )
  • Howard Hewett

    ( May 1, 1989 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • Guy Ecker

    ( May 26, 1984 to Dec 31, 1969 )
Parents
  • Elizabeth Joan Peeples née Rubic
  • Robert Eugene Peeples
Relatives
  • Cynthia Dawn Peeples (Sibling)

Biography

Nia Peeples, a multifaceted American actress, singer, and dancer, has been captivating audiences for over three decades with her remarkable talent, intelligence, fearlessness, compassion, and beauty.

Renowned for her memorable roles in iconic TV series such as Fame, Walker Texas Ranger, and Pretty Little Liars, as well as her successful music career, featuring her number one record Trouble and hosting three music shows, Nia has been a trailblazer in the entertainment industry, paving the way for ethnic performers to break into leading roles in Hollywood.

After spending over three years on a personal journey of self-discovery, Nia has returned with a newfound sense of purpose. She has written her first book, The Little Apple Tree, and is currently working on her second, Confessions of a Serial Monogamist, Journey Through the Men I loved to the Me I Love, which features interviews with her significant others.

Nia's driving passion is empowering women and students, and she does so through her work as a keynote speaker, her collaboration with My Saint My Hero to create and launch empowering lines of jewelry, and her continued live performances.

Currently residing in Topanga, California, Nia can often be found fasting at an ashram, studying quantum physics and sacred geometry, or pursuing her many other interests.

Career

2019
Badland Wives
Badland Wives as Madam Rosie
2018
Mistrust
Mistrust as Kristen Rhodes
2017
2015
Lavalantula
Lavalantula as Olivia West
2014
Lap Dance
Lap Dance as Kelly
2013
Dante's Hell Animated
Dante's Hell Animated as Beatrice (voice)
2010
The Outside
The Outside as Joanne Blakey
2009
2006
2005
Inside Out
Inside Out as Maria
Sub Zero
Sub Zero as Kelli Paris
Barbershop
Barbershop as Det. Hahanna
2002
Half Past Dead
Half Past Dead as 49er Six
2001
The Riff
The Riff as Heather Anderson
2000
1999
Walker, Texas Ranger
Walker, Texas Ranger as Sydney Cooke
1998
Blues Brothers 2000
Blues Brothers 2000 as Lt. Elizondo
1996
Terminal
Terminal as Janet Reardon
Bloodhounds II
Bloodhounds II as Nikki Cruise
1995
Mr. Stitch
Mr. Stitch as Doctor Elizabeth English
1994
XXX's & OOO's
XXX's & OOO's as Sasha Townes
1993
1992
I Don't Buy Kisses Anymore
I Don't Buy Kisses Anymore as Theresa Garabaldi
1989
Swimsuit
Swimsuit as Maria
DeepStar Six
DeepStar Six as Scarpelli
Nasty Boys
Nasty Boys as Serena Cruz
Nasty Boys
Nasty Boys as Serena Cruz
1987
1986
Fame
Fame as Nicole Chapman