> At a Glance
> – Dominic, 34, Donielle, 31, and Dia, 26, all work in entertainment
> – Mom insists they earn roles without favors from her name
> – Two daughters booked Never Have I Ever on their own auditions
> – Why it matters: Star parents often get flak for nepotism; Nash is drawing a clear line
Niecy Nash isn’t handing out career shortcuts. The Claws alum told News Of Los Angeles in 2024 that every producer she works with knows one rule about her three grown kids: make them sweat for the job.
A House Full of Hopefuls
Dominic, the lone son, stays mostly behind the camera as a producer, while Donielle and Dia already stack on-screen credits. All three entered the business after Nash and first husband Don Nash divorced in 2007; the actress later wed Jay Tucker (2011-2020) and, in 2020, singer Jessica Betts.
The Audition Rule
Nash’s stance is simple:
- Tell casting: “No favors.”
- If they book it, great.
- If they don’t, try again.
Niecy Nash explained:
> “I’ve told everyone in anything I’ve ever filmed, ‘You don’t have to do my kids a favor. Make ’em work for it, make ’em earn it.'”
Who’s Doing What
| Child | Age | Specialty | Recent Credit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dominic | 34 | Producer | H.E.I.R. web series |
| Donielle | 31 | Actress | The Sex Lives of College Girls, Never Have I Ever |
| Dia | 26 | Actress | Dahmer, The Rookie: Feds, Never Have I Ever |
Mom’s Latest Cheerleader
Dia Nash told News Of Los Angeles she loves seeing her mom happy with Jessica:
> “Right now, she’s probably the most herself that she’s felt, and I’m happy for her.”
Key Takeaways
- Nash’s children share her Hollywood ambitions but face the same hurdles as unknown actors
- Both daughters landed roles on Never Have I Ever without parental string-pulling
- The family could appear on-screen together again-only if auditions go their way
By refusing to trade on her fame, Niecy Nash keeps the family’s résumés-and pride-strictly self-earned.
