Tony Cox Biography

 Tony Cox is an American actor famous for his roles in Bad Santa, Me, Myself & Irene, Date Movie, Epic Movie, and Disaster Movie. Cox is also well recognized for his role in George Lucas’s Willow, as an Ewok in Return of the Jedi and as The Preacher in Tim Burton’s Beetlejuice. He was also featured in various music videos.

Tony Cox Age

Cox is 62 years as of 2020. He was born on 31 March 1958  in Uniontown, Alabama, the United States of America. His birth name is Joseph Anthony Cox. Further, he celebrates his birthday on 31 March every year and his birth sign is Aries.

Tony Cox Height

Cox stands tall at a height of 3 ft 6 inches or 107cm. At a height of 3 feet 6 inches, or 106.68cm tall, Tony Cox is taller than 0.03% and smaller than 99.96% of all males in our height database. This makes him much smaller than average.

Tony Cox Education

After graduation from high school, Cox attended the University of Alabama and originally planned to study music. He became a  drummer at the age of 10years old.

Tony Cox Family

Tony is the son of Henrietta Cox-Penn (mother) and Joe Cox (father). Cox spent most of his childhood living with his grandparents, Lottie, and Henry Jones. His mother and stepfather, Rudolph (Rudy) Penn, live in College Park, Georgia.

Tony Cox Wife

Tony is married to his wife Otelia Cox. He met his wife while still in high school. The happy couple is blessed with one child. They also have two pets, whom they love like their own children.

Cox’s wife Otelia has been his girlfriend since his childhood. They tied the knot in 1981 after being graduands from the University of Alabama. Cox was 23 years old then.

Tony Cox Daughter

Tony’s wife Otelia is not just his wife but also a soul mate to him. They started dating while still in high school. They hardly share their information in public. They have not shared any information regarding the gender of their child. The couple doesn’t make public appearances.

Tony Cox Salary

Cox earns an average salary from his career. Although he has not shared with the media the actual figure of his salary. This information will be updated as soon as it is available.

Tony Cox Net Worth

Cox has a net worth of $4 million as of 2020. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as an actor. Through his various sources of income, Cox has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

Tony Cox Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Cox.

Tony Cox Bio and Wiki

• Full Names: Joseph Anthony Cox
• Popular As: Tony Coz
• Gender: Male
• Occupation / Profession: Actor
• Nationality: American
• Race / Ethnicity: African American
• Religion: Christian
• Sexual Orientation: Straight

Tony Cox Birthday

• Age / How Old?: 62 years (2020)
• Zodiac Sign: Aries
• Date of Birth: 31 March 1958
• Place of Birth: Uniontown, Alabama.
• Birthday: 31 March

Tony Cox Body Measurements

• Body Measurements: Not Available
• Height / How Tall?: 3 ft 6 inches or 107cm
• Weight: 50kg or 110.231 lbs
• Eye Color: Dark brown
• Hair Color: Black
• Shoe Size: Not Available

Tony Cox Family and Relationship

• Father (Dad): Joe Cox
• Mother: Henrietta Cox-Penn
• Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Not Known
• Marital Status: Married
• Wife/Spouse: Otelia Cox
• Children: One child

Tony Cox Networth and Salary

• Net Worth: $4 million dollars
• Salary: Under Review
• Source of Income: Acting

Tony Cox Actor

Cox made the decision to pursue acting after watching Billy Barty. a dwarf who was an actor and also the founder of the organization Little People of America. He moved to Los Angeles at the age of 18. Cox started taking classes at the Merrick Studio School of Acting with Scriptwriter De De Tillman and soon began working in commercials, Films, and Tv roles.

He is mostly recognized for his roles in Bad Santa where he played Marcus, the brains of a safe-cracking team, and in Date Movie where he has cast as a parody of Dr. Hitch from Hitch. As well as, Cox reprised his role as Marcus in Bad Santa 2, released in 2016.

Cox portrayed as a role on the TV show Martin in the first season, playing the character Bennie. Cox was also cast in a pivotal role in the Farrelly Brothers’ movie Me, Myself & Irene, playing a Mensa International-member limousine driver who steals Jim Carrey’s character’s girlfriend.

Tony Cox Awards and Recognitions

Cox has won multiple awards and has been recognized as one of the funniest comedy dwarf actors. He has been an inspiration to the dwarf community. Tony was inspired by a dwarf actor named Billy Party and now he inspires many of them from the various regions. Not to mention, he has been highly recognized and appreciated by the dwarf community.

Being a role model for such people is the highest level of appreciation and recognition. Tony’s career is doing well and he hopes to win more awards in the days to come. Tony’s wife is very supportive and optimistic about his career and goals.

Tony Cox Bad Santa

Bad Santa is a 2003 American comedy film directed by Terry Zwigoff. The stars include Billy Bob Thornton, Tony, Lauren Graham, Brett Kelly, Lauren Tom, John Ritter, and Bernie Mac. It was John Ritter’s last film appearance before his death on September 11, 2003. Moreover, the film was dedicated to Ritter’s memory.

Tony Cox Bad Santa 2

Bad Santa 2 is a 2016 Christmas dark comedy crime film directed by Mark Waters and written by Shauna Cross and Johnny Rosenthal. A sequel to the 2003 film Bad Santa, the film stars Billy Bob Thornton, Cox, Brett Kelly, Kathy Bates, and Christina Hendricks, and features criminals Willie and Marcus teams up again to work as Santa and an elf, respectively, this time to rob a Chicago charity on Christmas Eve.

 

Tony Cox Movies and TV Show

Frequently Asked Questions about Tony Cox

Who is Tony Cox?

Cox is an American actor famous for his roles in Bad Santa, Me, Myself & Irene, Date Movie, Epic Movie, and Disaster Movie.

How old is Tony Cox?

Cox is 62 years of age as of 2020. He was born on 31 March 1958  in Uniontown, Alabama.

How tall is Tony Cox?

The famous actor stands tall at a height of 3 ft 6 inches or 107cm.

Is Tony Tony Tony Cox married?

Mr.Tony is married to Otelia Cox. He met his wife during high school.

How much is Tony Cox worth?

Cox is an American actor who has a net worth of $4 million dollars.

How much does Cox make?

Although he has not shared with the media the actual figure of his salary. This information will be updated as soon as it is available.

Where does Cox live?

He lives in Los Angeles. we shall upload pictures of his house as soon as we have them.

Is Cox dead or alive?

Tony is still alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.

Where is Cox now?

Cox is an American actor. He is famous for his roles in Bad Santa, Me, Myself & Irene, Date Movie, Epic Movie, and Disaster Movie.

What happened to Cox?

In August 2019 Tony struck a child on a bicycle with his car while driving in Los Angeles. The child suffered a foot injury but was alert and conscious following the accident. He was taken by ambulance to a local hospital.

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