Kami Cotler Biography: Age, Husband, Religion, Height, Net Worth, Ethnicity, Parents, Awards

Kami Ann Cotler also known as Kami Cotler is a former American actress and dedicated educator.

She gained fame as a child for portraying Elizabeth Walton, the youngest daughter in the beloved Depression-era family drama The Waltons.

Her transition from acting to education has inspired many through her commitment to teaching and community development, empowering students while cherishing family values rooted in her early experiences.

Kami Cotler
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Kami Ann Cotler
Stage Name:	Kami Cotler
Born:	June 17, 1965 (age 61 years old)
Place of Birth:	Long Beach, California, United States
Nationality:	American
Ethnicity:	American (Jewish heritage)
Height:	163 cm
Religion:	Judaism
Parents:	Ken Cotler and Barbara Cotler
Siblings:	Jeff Cotler
Spouse:	Kim Howard
Relationship:	Married
Children:	Cotton Howard, Callie Howard
Occupation:	Former Actress, Educator, School Principal
Net Worth:	$1 million USD

Early Life and Education

Kami Cotler was born on June 17, 1965, in Long Beach, California, United States into a Jewish family with roots in Orange County. Brought up by her parents Ken Cotler and Barbara Cotler, who operated men’s clothing stores. Her ethnicity is American.

She grew up with her younger brother Jeff Cotler and three sisters Katrina Cotler, Sandra Cotler, and Mary Cotler. Her religion is Judaism.

She attended schools in the area and later pursued higher education at the University of California, Berkeley, earning a bachelor’s degree in social sciences followed by a teaching credential. This academic path shaped her lifelong dedication to learning and community service.

Career

Kami Cotler began her professional path as a child actress with her debut in The Homecoming: A Christmas Story in 1971.

She rose to prominence playing Elizabeth Walton in The Waltons from 1972 to 1981 across 212 episodes and multiple reunion films including A Walton Thanksgiving Reunion, A Walton Wedding, and A Walton Easter.

She also appeared in Me and the Chimp and The Heist. After the series ended, she stepped away from full-time acting to focus on education.

She taught in rural Virginia, served as co-director and principal at charter schools in California such as Environmental Charter Middle School, and ran an educational consulting business.

She has also managed a boutique travel company and a cafe, balancing creative and service-oriented roles while participating in Walton reunions and fan events. Her work emphasizes experiential learning and preparing students for success.

Social Media

• Facebook Page: Kami Cotler

Filmography

• The Homecoming: A Christmas Story (1971)
• Me and the Chimp (1972)
• The Waltons (1972–1981)
• A Day for Thanks on Walton’s Mountain (1982)
• Mother’s Day on Walton’s Mountain (1982)
• A Wedding on Walton’s Mountain (1982)
• A Walton Thanksgiving Reunion (1993)
• A Walton Wedding (1995)
• A Walton Easter (1997)
• Christmas on Honeysuckle Lane (2018)

Personal Life

Kami Cotler, 61 years old, has been married to artist Kim Howard since 1994. The couple shares two children, son Cotton Howard and daughter Callie Howard, prioritizing family time and privacy.

They maintain a stable and devoted married life focused on education and personal growth. No past relationships are publicly known. Her height is 163 cm.

Net Worth

Kami Cotler‘s net worth is estimated at $1 million USD. Her income primarily comes from her long-running role in The Waltons and related projects along with educational consulting, school leadership positions, and entrepreneurial ventures like travel and cafe management.

Additional revenue streams include reunion appearances and royalties.

The sustained success reflects smart career transitions from entertainment to impactful community work.