Erinn Cosby is well-known as the daughter of the prominent comedian and actor Bill Cosby. She is currently pursuing a career as a professional photographer. Despite her status as a celebrity child, she has faced significant challenges in her upbringing. Erinn struggled with substance abuse during her college years and was also a victim of assault by a boxer. After enduring years of hardship, she sought treatment in a rehabilitation center and has successfully recovered.
Early Life & Family
Erinn Chalene Cosby was born in Los Angeles, California, United States on July 23, 2006. At present, she is 56 years old and holds American nationality, belonging to the Afro-American ethnicity. She is the second daughter of Bill Cosby and his wife, Camille Cosby. Her grandparents are Willaim Cosby and Anna Pearl. Erinn has an older sister, Erika Cosby, born in 1965, and three younger siblings: Ennis, born in 1969; Ensa, born in 1973; and Evin Cosby, born in 1976. Tragically, her younger brother Ennis was a victim of a murder attempt in Los Angeles in 1997. Furthermore, her sister Ensa Cosby passed away from kidney failure on February 28, 2018. Despite not following in their father’s footsteps in show business, all of the Cosby siblings have found success in their respective careers. Erinn’s older sister Erika is an abstract painter like her, and she obtained her degree from the University of California, Berkeley. In 2007, she served as an adjunct art teacher at NYU’s Steinhardt School. Her artworks have been exhibited in various renowned galleries such as the Arlington Arts Center, Artspace, and Saltworks Contemporary Art, among others. Another sibling, Evin, completed her bachelor’s degree at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York and currently works for a fashion company while owning a small shop called PB & Caviar in New York City’s Tribeca district.
Bill Cosby faced allegations of being a s*xual predator, resulting in a ten-year prison term in 2018. However, he was released from jail in 2021 after the Pennsylvania Supreme Court overturned his s*xual assault conviction on a technicality.
Erinn encountered her own struggles with alcohol and drugs, leading her parents to label her as stubborn and untrustworthy. She eventually sought treatment in a psychiatric rehab to overcome her substance abuse.
Erinn’s Education
Erinn attended a boarding school in Pennsylvania to complete her high school studies. She left Spelman College in her second year and later graduated from New York University with a bachelor’s degree in photography and imaging. She pursued further education at Fordham University, where she completed her master’s program, and also obtained her Ph.D. from Temple University.
Height, Weight & Physical Appearance
Erinn Cosby has a tall stature and a slim build, weighing approximately 85 kg and standing at a height of 6 feet 1 inch. She possesses dark brown hair and striking grey eyes.
Erinn’s Career As A Professional Photographer
Following her graduation, Erinn began working as a full-time artist and photographer. She even served as a model for Denise Huxtable on The Cosby Show. Currently residing in Philadelphia, she operates a studio for her artwork, which has been showcased in galleries across Miami and New York. Her artwork from the exhibition at the Art Sanctuary Gallery in Philadelphia was made accessible to the general public. Through her art, Erinn depicts the experiences of ordinary individuals from diverse countries like Cuba, Senegal, and India.
Erinn’s Relationship With Her Father
Despite maintaining a positive and affectionate relationship with most of his family, Bill Cosby’s relationship with his daughter Erinn was strained for a significant period, particularly after her struggles with substance abuse. However, following the tragic death of Ennis, their bond improved. When her father faced allegations of abuse dating back to the 1960s, Erinn defended him.
Accusations Against Mike Tyson
Erinn Cosby accused former professional boxer Mike Tyson of s*xual assault. Following their encounter at a New York City nightclub in November 1989, she claimed that he attempted to assault her in his New Jersey residence’s trophy room. Cosby revealed that her father advised the former heavyweight champion to seek treatment instead of involving the police. She later appeared on The Phil Donahue Show in April 1992 to address her assault claim and also discussed her relationship with Mike Tyson in the documentary Fallen Champ: The Untold Story of Mike Tyson. Eventually, she admitted that she publicized her story due to pressure from an ex-boyfriend.
Marital Status
Erinn Cosby leads a private life and refrains from discussing her personal affairs publicly. As of 2022, her marital details remain largely undisclosed.
Erinn Cosby’s Net Worth
As of 2022, Erinn’s net worth is estimated to be around $1 million, mainly attributed to her career as a photographer.
