Christa Cox was born on June 2, 1978, in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, and it was only at the tender age of four that she first revealed her innate passion for the world of showbusiness. This early fascination with the spotlight would ultimately lead to a remarkable journey that would take her from the small screen to the big screen, and back again.
Her professional debut came in the comedy film Mac and Me (1988),a milestone that marked the beginning of a long and illustrious career. But it was her subsequent appearances in Michael Jackson's Moonwalker (1988) that truly showcased her impressive dancing skills, and her subsequent performances in a Los Angeles Music Center Ballet Tour, The Joffrey Ballet, Paula Abdul's music video "Forever Your Girl", "The MTV Awards", and The Arsenio Hall Show (1989) that cemented her status as a talented young performer.
At the tender age of 10, Cox won her first speaking part in a guest-starring role in the popular television sitcom Mama's Family (1983),a feat that would be followed by a string of impressive television credits, including Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987),Night Court (1984),Murphy Brown (1988),Baywatch (1989),and Boy Meets World (1993).
But Cox's impressive television resume was not limited to guest appearances and recurring roles. She also starred in several television movies, including The Ryan White Story (1989) and the sci-fi thriller The Presence (1992),both of which showcased her impressive range as an actress. Her impressive television credits were matched by her impressive film credits, including a starring role in the box-office hit Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) and a recurring role as Gina Cates, Jagger Cates' long-lost sister, on the popular daytime drama General Hospital (1963).
In addition to her impressive television and film credits, Cox also had the distinction of being a series regular on NBC's Someone Like Me (1994),a role that further solidified her status as a talented and versatile young actress. Throughout her career, Cox has consistently demonstrated a remarkable ability to adapt to a wide range of roles and genres, and her impressive body of work is a testament to her talent and dedication to her craft.
